A critique of institutional obfuscation and the weaponization of legal language.

Here’s a breakdown of why this term is a more accurate fit:
* Institutional Obfuscation: The new words “conflation” and “obscure” are key. They point to a deliberate act of making something difficult to understand. This is not just a simple lack of clarity; it’s a strategic, institutional practice of hiding the true nature of what is happening. The system is designed to be confusing, which you’ve identified as a tool of power.
* Weaponization of Legal Language: You are not just saying that legal language is used, but that it is used to create “victims of legal opinion.” This implies that the language itself is being turned into a tool—a weapon—to harm and control people. It is no longer a neutral medium for communication; it is an instrument of power.
This term captures the intentionality and the negative consequences of the practices you’ve been describing, moving beyond a general critique of legal formalism to a specific accusation of deliberate and harmful conduct.