[chris37]

I have viewed Leftism (Liberalism) as expertly crafted organic malware which masterfully exploits certain inherent flaws or weaknesses in the human psyche.

[Ohioan]

The formula is quite old. The demagogues employ the same tactic as related in the encounter between the serpent & Eve in Genesis. You focus the victim's attention on an imaginary grievance, to the exclusion of what is actually relevant to the victim's future.

Misdirection: Familiar Leftist Tactic