Propaganda Techniques

fault as virtue - portraying a weakness or undesirable trait as a strength by highlighting any positive aspect of it.


38:05 see definition - portraying a weakness or undesirable trait as a strength by highlighting any positive aspect of it.
: Walker suggests his history of domestic violence allegations—which could be viewed as damaging and disqualifying—instead proves his authenticity and perseverance.
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11:41 see definition - portraying a weakness or undesirable trait as a strength by highlighting any positive aspect of it.
: Jordan suggests the repeated Russian baiting of Trump associates—which could be viewed as a sign they were corruptible—instead is a reassuring sign of the campaign's integrity.
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30:20 see definition - portraying a weakness or undesirable trait as a strength by highlighting any positive aspect of it.
: O'Rourke suggests his 1998 DWI arrest—which could be viewed as a serious character flaw—instead gives him the bona fides to push for criminal justice reform for minorities.
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20:56 see definition - portraying a weakness or undesirable trait as a strength by highlighting any positive aspect of it.
: Sanders reframes his lack of establishment endorsements—which could be seen as a lack of party support—instead as a validation that his campaign is powered by grassroots support.
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