👉 Indirects are a type of political strategy in which a candidate or politician uses negative campaigning to sway voters away from their opponent by portraying them as a more credible alternative. This tactic involves presenting a wide range of negative aspects about the opposition's policies, ideas, and actions, without actually supporting that position itself. The goal is often to create a perception that the incumbent has taken on a more serious or controversial stance, making it more difficult for voters to support their opponent. Indirects can be