I see it all the time in politics. If a candidate gets caught in a lie, he quickly tries to change the subject by throwing more mud at his opponent. The mud keeps flying until some of the slanderous material sticks.
Meaning of the quote
Candidates sometimes get caught telling lies. Instead of admitting their mistake, they try to distract people by attacking their opponent with false or unfair claims. They keep making these negative attacks until some of the damaging information sticks in people's minds, even if it's not true. This can make it hard for voters to know what's really true.
About Joe Scarborough
Joe Scarborough is an American television host and former politician who co-hosts the popular MSNBC show Morning Joe. He previously served in the U.S. House of Representatives and has been recognized as one of the most influential people in the world.
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