ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Political insult

Okay kiddo, politics can sometimes be a messy business. Sometimes politicians say mean things about each other that aren't very nice, kind of like when we call someone a name on the playground.

But the difference is that when politicians insult each other, it's called a political insult. These insults can often be mean and hurtful, but they are meant to try and make the other person look bad so voters won't like them as much.

Now, it's important to remember that just because people are in politics doesn't mean it's okay to be mean to each other. We should always try to treat others with kindness and respect, even if we don't agree with them.