The whole point of the argument, however, is that it’s a
prime example of the post-truth principle. If you want to win in politics, don’t
give people objective facts and secure reason. Instead, strike the right pose
and appeal to their emotions and prejudices, especially their fears – however irrational
they might be – and their innate reliance on perceived self-interest. And the sad
fact is that however much you ameliorate the disappointment of that ludicrous
American election by citing low turnout and the fact that Clinton won the popular vote, too many
Americans fell for Trump’s post-truth expertise.
But don’t be too disheartened, Americans; you’re not the
only ones who fall for this sort of thing. I have little doubt that it’s the
reason for the disturbing rise in right-wing support in Europe
at the moment. And the Tory faithful in Britain fall for it as a matter of
routine.
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