# 29. "We, the people" fallacy ## 29.5. Methodology/Refinements/Sub-species ### 29.5.5. Puppets This is a phenomenon where a politician appears to be independent but is actually a puppet of special interests or hidden parties. The phrase is often used when a local election is fought by "a puppet". In the context of the "We the People" fallacy, puppet politicians who really are popular with the electorate are often used to front an unpopular political party. The puppet may appear to be a true representative of the people but really he is just a tool of a cynical and manipulative political party. ***Parent:** [["We, The People" Fallacy]]*