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In a famous barnstorming speech, then-U.S. Sen. Richard Nixon, fighting charges of embezzlement of campaign funds, made an emotional appeal to voters, citing his humble origins and declaring his intention to keep his dog, Checkers. This speech, known as the Checkers Speech, is a historical example of the straw man phenomenon in United States political history.

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Jun 16, 2024 23:03:08 EST

In a famous barnstorming speech, then-U.S. senator Richard Nixon, fighting accusations of embezzlement of campaign funds, made an emotional appeal to voters. He cited his humble origins, attacked his opponents and, most memorable of all, declared that he intended to keep one “gift” – a dog his children called Checkers. Since then, the “checkers speech” has become famous in the US as a historical example of the “straw man” phenomenon. His critics said

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