Politicians say they're not running for office to trick people. It's like when you pretend you don't want a cookie, but then you eat it anyway. If someone says, 'I’m not running!', it feels more surprising when they do run, and that makes everyone pay more attention.
Examples
- A politician says they're not running for office, but everyone knows they are.
- When a candidate claims they’re not going to run, their supporters pretend they believe them, just in case it’s true.
- If you say you aren't coming to the party, but then you show up, people are more excited.
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See also
- Why Do Politicians Always Say 'I'm Not Running for Office'?
- Why Do Politicians Always Say 'I'm Just a Simple Man'?
- Why Do Politicians Always Say 'I'm Not the Enemy'?
- Why Do Politicians Always Say 'I Have No Enemies'?
- How Does Persuasion Actually Work in Politics?