Though I can't say all Republicans are guilty of demagoguery there are many in leadership including the conservative media that are demagoging the health care issue for political means. I would go as far as saying it it the majority of Republican leaders and media. What is most surprising is that rational conservatives I know won't admit it is even going on. It is truly a means to an end which they are fine with.
dem·a·gogue[dem-uh-gog, -gawg]
–noun
1. a person, esp. an orator or political leader, who gains power and popularity by arousing the emotions, passions, and prejudices of the people.
2. (in ancient times) a leader of the people.
–verb (used with object)
3. to treat or manipulate (a political issue) in the manner of a demagogue; obscure or distort with emotionalism, prejudice, etc.
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