Answer: demagog

AnswerCrossword Clue
DEMAGOGRabble-rouser.
DEMAGOGOne excited by Dukakis?
DEMAGOGRabble-rouser: Var.
DEMAGOGRabble-rouser
DEMAGOGRabble-rouser (Var.)
demagogto behave like a leader who appeals to baser emotions
demagogleader championing the cause of the common people in ancient times
demagoga leader who makes use of popular prejudices and false claims and promises in order to gain power