Answer: strawman

AnswerCrossword Clue
STRAWMANSpecious figure in an argument
STRAWMANCrop protector
STRAWMANFarmer's creation
STRAWMANConveniently weak argument, metaphorically
STRAWMANCorn protection
STRAWMANScarecrow, e.g.
STRAWMANInformal fallacy used in an argument
STRAWMANNonentity.
STRAWMANPerjured witness.
STRAWMANCousin of a paper tiger.
STRAWMANScarecrow.
STRAWMANScarecrow