This is taken from Dictionary.com.
A demagogue is a person, an orator or political leader, who gains power and popularity by arousing the emotions, passions, and prejudices of the people.
To treat or manipulate (a political issue) in the manner of a demagogue; obscure or distort with emotionalism, prejudice, etc.
A demagogue is a leader who obtains power by means of impassioned appeals to the emotions and prejudices of the populace.
This works as well.
Rabble-rouser: a person who stirs up the passions or prejudices of the public, usually for his or her own interests; demagogue.
There is more but this is enough to describe the marvelous Republican choice as our next Vice President: Governor Sarah Palin, as well as her subordinate running for the Presidency, Senator John McCain.
Good Grief!
Norman Horowitz