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Personal Incredulity

The Definition

Saying that because one finds a complex political issue difficult to understand, the proposed solution must be wrong or a hoax.

The Explanation

Complex subjects like international trade agreements or tax codes require understanding, but politicians or voters sometimes dismiss them entirely simply because they are hard to grasp.

Political Example

The commentator looked at the 500-page climate accord and declared that since he couldn't possibly understand all the scientific jargon, the whole thing must be a massive scam.