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Political lying: a case study of tactics used

What is it about?

How can you tell whether a politician is lying? One approach is to use methods to detect deception, such as body language. Another approach is to look at tactics used to minimise outrage over deception, such as cover-up and intimidation. An Australian case study shows how these two approaches can be applied.

Why is it important?

Looking at tactics associated with lying and detecting lying is a different approach than the usual one of arguing about whether a politician is lying.

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