Pg-20 Quote by Douglas Wilson
““Propaganda (things to be propagated) is inescapable. It is not *whether* certain values will be propagated, but rather, *which* values will be propagated.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Nature of Propaganda, 2015
Propaganda is inevitable; the key issue is which values are spread, not whether any are.
In simple terms: Values are always promoted; choice lies in which ones.
Critically evaluate the values being promoted.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political campaigns
- media analysis
- education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Which values should be amplified in society?
- How can we resist unwanted propaganda?
The line between persuasion and manipulation can blur.