Now, here's a Sophist for you.

Hey Folks,

Frank Luntz was recently interviewed on NPR's Fresh Air:
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=6761960

I don't know a better example of sophistry. Luntz shamelessly pretends that the manipulation he advocates, enables, and practices - far from being dishonest - is benevolent.

He makes a lot of money and helps heartless vampires understand how best to hoodwink the people into gladly sacrificing themselves to the good of the undead. Listen to his comments on the "death tax," and "gambling" and ask yourself how this is any different than calling the Mafia "the Family" or prostitution "the profession"?

He's all spin designed for manipulation. For Luntz there is no truth, only appearances.

Listen to him and ask, "How does any of this help the people? How does any of this make a better world?" and, finally, "Shouldn't we all kick this guy in the ass?" Er ... maybe I should have said, "Let's put our best foot forward and give this guy a boost?"

Yeah !! That's the ticket !!!

- Uke Man