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An example of a false dilemma is the phrase "You're either with us, or against us." It is possible that you are completely unaware or apathetic of us.  
 
An example of a false dilemma is the phrase "You're either with us, or against us." It is possible that you are completely unaware or apathetic of us.  
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Other falsehoods include crocks of sh<b></b>it like this which cause people to sign up specifically to vandalise neo-nazi websites: "Minors under 16 years use this site. Posting of obscenity here is punishable by up to 10 years in jail under 18 USC § 1470. Vandalism is punishable up to 10 years in jail per 18 USC § 1030. We will trace your IP address and give it to authorities if necessary. "
 
  
 
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Revision as of 14:25, March 15, 2007

A logical fallacy in which two options are presented as if they are mutually exclusive, when in fact they are not. [1]

An example of a false dilemma is the phrase "You're either with us, or against us." It is possible that you are completely unaware or apathetic of us.

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