Example of polluted politics is a term used to describe the unethical and often illegal tactics used by politicians to gain an advantage over their opponents. MUDSLINGING, muckraking, dirty tricks, and smear tactics are all examples of such tactics. MUDSLINGING involves making false or damaging accusations against an opponent. Muckraking is the practice of exposing corruption or wrongdoing in politics. Dirty tricks are deceptive or underhanded tactics used to discredit an opponent. Smear tactics involve spreading false information about an opponent in order to damage their reputation.