Episode 120: Crusades, Demagogues, Stump Speeches & More

The Common Errors in English Usage Podcast by Paul Brians

Jan 9, 2018Education

This week we continue our discussion of terms related to governance and politics. We explore crusades, demagogues, stump speeches, gerrymandering, and barn burners.

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