1. Any political issue that holds little or no importance intended to [sway] voters, usually by fear.

    2. A manufactured resistance to an issue, related to [astroturfing].

    3. A [scapegoat].


    Strawman meaning & definition 1 of Strawman.


  • An intentionally misrepresented proposition that is set up because it is easier to defeat than an opponents real argument.

    Strawman meaning & definition 2 of Strawman.

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