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What does it mean?
A derogatory label applied to a specific individual.
In plain terms
This person is described in an insulting way.
What can you take from it?
Insults are often used to discredit opponents.

Where it applies

  • political debates
  • personal attacks

Putting it to work

  • criticizing opponents

Questions to consider

  • Is personal attack ever justified?
  • How do we respond to insults?

Another view

This is a direct insult lacking substantive argument.

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