Scapegoating diverts attention from real issues from "summary" of Animal Farm by George Orwell by George Orwell
In times of trouble, it is often easier to blame someone else than to confront the real issues at hand. This is a common tactic used by those in power to divert attention away from the problems they have created. In 'Animal Farm', the pigs use scapegoating as a way to maintain control over the other animals on the farm. When things start to go wrong on the farm, the pigs quickly point the finger at someone else. For example, when the windmill is destroyed, Napoleon blames Snowball, even though it is clear that the destruction was caused by a storm. By creating a common enemy in Snowball, Napoleon is able to unite the animals behind him and distract them from questioning his leadership. Scapegoating serves as a powerful tool for the pigs to maintain their authority and keep the other animals in line. By ...
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