"My opponent argues we should reduce military spending. But our troops risk their lives fo

A) Appeal to emotion (patriotic sentiment) to deflect from the policy argument

B) Appeal to ignorance

C) False cause

D) Equivocation

Explanation

Instead of addressing the merits of reduced spending, the speaker appeals to emotions about troops. Reducing spending doesn't necessarily mean eliminating support.

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