Senator Smith, I know you will support the oil drilling bill before the committee, because if you don't, I'll make a huge contribution to your opponent in the next election.

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This is an appeal to force fallacy because the speaker is using a threat of harm (withholding a donation) to influence the senator's decision, rather than presenting a rational argument in favor of the bill.

Senator Smith, I Know You Will Support the Oil Drilling