Propaganda can manipulate the masses from "summary" of Animal Farm by George Orwell by George Orwell
The pigs in power on Animal Farm understood well the power of propaganda. They used it to control the other animals, to manipulate their thoughts and actions. Squealer, the cleverest of them all, was especially skilled in this art. He would twist the truth, distort facts, and spread lies to serve the pigs' agenda. Through propaganda, the pigs were able to convince the other animals that their rule was for the greater good. They painted a picture of a glorious future where everyone would be equal and happy. They used slogans like "All animals are equal" and "Four legs good, two legs bad" to simplify complex ideas and make them easier to digest. By controlling the narrative and limiting access to information, the pigs were able to maintain their power and suppress any dissent. They made sur...
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