During election season, candidates often attack each other instead of issues. What fallacy are they committing?
A) Hasty generalizations
B) Bandwagon appeals
C) Ad hominem arguments
D) Straw person claims

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Ad hominem arguments are attacks on a person's character rather than addressing the actual issue or argument at hand. During election seasons, when candidates attack each other instead of focusing on the issues, they are engaging in ad hominem arguments.

During Election Season, Candidates Often Attack Each Other Instead of Issues