(BERGOÑA) Why does playing the victim serve as a shield for their daily misconduct? It's like they have +100 defense, nothing.

The strategy of victimization in politics seeks to divert attention from criticism by presenting the opponent as the true culprit or comparing situations with negative historical figures.

## The Shield of Victimization

In the political game, sometimes it seems that the best defense is portraying oneself as attacked. When criticism mounts or possible irregularities are pointed out, a recurring tactic is that of the victim. The idea is simple: if you present yourself as the aggrieved party, unjustly targeted, you manage to shift the focus from what is being imputed to you. It is as if the one on trial suddenly becomes the accuser, or at least, the one suffering a greater wrong.

## Deflecting Focus with Extreme Comparisons

This strategy often relies on comparison. The goal is to equate the current situation, however questionable it may be, with serious negative historical events. The objective is that the magnitude of the comparison eclipses the original action. If a fault is pointed out, it is countered with an alleged much graver fault committed by another, or historical figures such as **Adolf Hitler** are brought up to paint the opponent as an absolute evil.

## Justice and Its Interpretation

The interpretation of justice also comes into play. When 'justice' is demanded for someone under investigation, and that 'justice' translates into their 'release,' the question of impartiality arises. Justice, in theory, must be an objective process, independent of pressure or the wishes of one party. When a resolution is sought that favors one side without regard for the process, there is a risk of eroding trust in institutions.