Ad misericordiam

AD misericordiam is a logical fallacy used to appeal to pity rather than arguing on the basis of evidence. It is frequently employed to sway people’s emotions and empathy over an argument that lacks a foot to stand on. Lately, ad misericordiam has been used by top-tiered politicians who are either facing impeachment…

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