A straw man argument misrepresents an opponent's position to make it easier to attack. Instead of addressing the actual claim, it substitutes a distorted, weaker version, then refutes that falsehood. This tactic is often used in debates and politics to win arguments or sway audiences by creating a misleading impression of the original viewpoint.
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