Brad is running for mayor and has prepared a campaign speech designed to convince voters that he is the best person for the job. In making his argument, though, he used several logical fallacies. Which of Brad's comments appeals to false authority?
A) "My opponent is uninteresting, untrustworthy, and unfit to hold public office."
B) "Everyone is stepping up to support me, and you should too."
C) "Is my opponent a puppet of the rich and powerful? He hasn't proven that he isn't."
D) "Take it from local sports legend Buzz Hopkins, who says I'd be a great mayor."

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Appealing to false authority involves using the endorsement or opinion of someone who is not an expert in the relevant field to support an argument. Buzz Hopkins, being a sports legend, is not necessarily an expert in political leadership or governance, making this an appeal to false authority.

Brad Is Running for Mayor and Has Prepared a Campaign