WHAT IS A WEDGE ISSUE? Its a social issue, ~often of a divisive or controversial nature, which splits apart a population or political group. Wedge issues can be advertised or publicly aired in an attempt to weaken the unity of a population, with the goal of enticing polarized individuals to give support to an opponent or to withdraw their support entirely out of disillusionment. The use of wedge issues gives rise to wedge politics. Wedge issues are also known as hot button or third rail issues. This is a fine example of a Republican Wedge Issue targeting religious fundamentalists who are one-issue voters:
Posted on: Tue, 16 Dec 2014 15:57:43 +0000
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