Highlighting an issue that is of particular interest to a small group of core supporters but which fails to resonate with the general public is known as driving a wedge issue.

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A wedge issue is designed to divide or create tension within an opposing political group or among its supporters, not necessarily to highlight an issue of interest only to a small group of core supporters.

Highlighting an Issue That Is of Particular Interest to a Small