guilt by association - using an opponent's links to another person or group to assign the other's beliefs, misdeeds, or other unattractive traits to the opponent. (2 uses)

glittering generalities - vague, emotionally charged language used to evoke strong feelings or associations, while lacking in any specifics. (2 uses)

false dichotomy - giving the impression that there are only two opposing choices or options, while ignoring any middle ground exists between the two extremes. (1 use)

labeling - pigeon-holing a person or group into a simple category and assigning names and/or beliefs to that category. (1 use)

oversimplification - treating a complex problem or subject with false simplicity by omitting or ignoring complicating factors or details. (1 use)

appeal to tradition - suggesting that moving away from or abandoning long-standing practice could have detrimental or even dangerous implications. (1 use)

adding qualifiers - adding an extra word or phrase to a response, which makes it ultimately meaningless, but still leaves the desired impression. (1 use)

whataboutism - discrediting a criticism by accusing hypocrisy, in order to shift the focus away from oneself and onto others. (1 use)

false claim - a statement that is directly contradicted by fact and can be easily proven untrue. (1 use)