<P> A sacrificial lamb is a metaphorical reference to a person or animal sacrificed for the common good . The term is derived from the traditions of Abrahamic religion where a lamb is a highly valued possession . </P> <P> In politics, a sacrificial lamb candidate is a candidate chosen to contest an election despite the fact that he or she has little chance of victory . The political party thus appoints the person as a sort of "sacrifice" to the stronger opponent . </P>

What is the significance of the sacrificial lamb
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