Of or related to a Rhetorical tactic used to deflect attention away from an issue while absolving the user of all moral responsibility to actually do something about the problem at hand.
This is often characterized by the use of furrowed brows and obsequious platitudes to further spineless political ambitions while providing little substance or evidence of character.
Common trademarks of Flakian rhetoric are the use of phrases such as:
“Very disappointing”; “It troubles me”; “I do not take this lightly”; “this is not to be taken lightly”
See also: Gaslighting
This is often characterized by the use of furrowed brows and obsequious platitudes to further spineless political ambitions while providing little substance or evidence of character.
Common trademarks of Flakian rhetoric are the use of phrases such as:
“Very disappointing”; “It troubles me”; “I do not take this lightly”; “this is not to be taken lightly”
See also: Gaslighting
Generic Politician: “The president’s recent actions on this are beyond troubling. We must see to it we get back to the work of the people. Jobs. Tax cuts. Economic growth. Let’s not let the other side politicize this and make it a distraction. I promise you, none of us take this lightly.” *Turns from cameras and heads to the fourth tee never to be heard from again*
Viewer: “God, I’m tired of this Flakian BS! Just admit none of you don’t give a damn.”
Viewer: “God, I’m tired of this Flakian BS! Just admit none of you don’t give a damn.”
by @PoliticalProletariat October 19, 2018