Propaganda

Propaganda is an evocative word that brings to mind images of dictatorships and wartime misinformation. Although not as widespread as conspiracy theorists might have us believe, it is still in use daily in virtually every country.

Propaganda articles

What is propaganda?: Basic definition of propaganda.
A brief history: From Pope Gregory XV onwards.
Military, media and education: The dictator's three friends.
Modern propaganda: Totalitarian omnipresence of persuasive messages.

Propaganda techniques

Bandwagon: Pump up the value of 'joining the party'.
Card-stacking: Build a highly-biased case for your position.
Character assassination: Destroy the person.
Glittering generalities: Use power words to evoke emotions.
Information management: Knowledge is power.
Name-calling: Denigrating opponents.
Plain folks: Making the leader seem ordinary increases trust and credibility.
Stereotyping: Classify the other side negatively.
Testimonial: The testimony of an independent person is seen as more trustworthy.
Transfer: Associate the leader with trusted others.
Six tools for managing perception: Toffler's methods.

Propaganda

Propaganda articles

Propaganda techniques

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