Teflon Doctrine

The Teflon Doctrine refers to a situation where certain individuals, often public figures or politicians, seem to avoid accountability for their actions, as if negative consequences slide off them like Teflon. This term gained traction in the 1980s during the Reagan administration, where the president appeared to escape criticism for various scandals. Essentially, it suggests that despite controversies or failures, some people maintain their popularity and face little political or social fallout, allowing them to continue their careers unscathed.