Propaganda

inspire. However, language can also be used negatively: to denigrate, insult, obfuscate, euphemize, or deceive. It is especially used negatively in politics, where politicians use rhetoric and language in order to lobby their own agenda, further propaganda, and divide the population without directly saying so. In an amusing political cartoon by David Horsey, a group of children perform for their parents in a play about Thanksgiving. In this cartoon, a young white “pilgrim’’ proclaims to a group…

In Jeffery Sachs "A Nation of Vidiots" he frequently uses logos and ethos in his story, by explaining that the Television has changed the world in many ways, and as Americans we have taken it to a new level. Trying to reach the average American, Sachs explains in is story that in comparison to other countries the American people spend several hours watching Television. He uses examples like percentages from the 1950's and 1960's and compare it to this day an age. Reaching his readers that…

other than to sell a product. Some people, and or society may purchase the product, or we may disregard the product completely. Nevertheless, this campaign, or ad is telling us something different. This campaign “We Can Do It!”, is American wartime propaganda ad or poster made by J. Howard Miller in 1943, in Westinghouse Electric as an inspirational image to boost worker morale. The author chose this type of picture, color, for the reason being, that during this time period, this time period…

In wars, many humans often lose their humanity because of the fact that they lost someone close to them. People in time of desperations listen to their emotions more than reasoning which can cause them to do an action that goes against their own morals. Most People would go against their own beliefs and loyalties because they’re afraid to die. After the war, many people face challenges that affect their life substantially. War dehumanizes many people with traumas, from killing others to save…

article is easy until finding out what side it stands in whether it be more to the right or left. When reading the articles, it is good to know the bias of each to understand and have a clue to where the topic stands. Some articles could be just pure propaganda and as a reader one falls into the trap without doing more research or even noticing. For the conservative point of view with this topic was that edible marijuana should be banned and marijuana is just like any other type of drug. The…

Social standards of women’s body images are presented in all types of media, constricting our own depiction of women and replacing it with the unofficial rules of society—women must be thin, attractive, have flawless skin, perfectly whitened teeth, act as sexual objects, and must be portrayed as such. Not only does this affect society’s views of women as a whole, but it also enforces internalization of these thoughts by women themselves. Mass media’s use of unrealistic models sends a message to…

Introduction: Boush et al. (2011) suggests that “consumers and marketers engage in what is best thought of as adversarial cooperation” (p.3). The earliest signs of advertisement bases on a 3000-year-old Babylonian tablet. Until the 20th century, advertising was used to provide information of a products performance, use, price, and advantages. The main aim of advertising was to leave positive effect on the customer and win them over (Al-Jeraisy, 2008). However as the technology progressed and…

Everyone lies. Various scenarios prompt people to deceive others, to protect one’s self, to protect one’s family, and to protect one’s reputation. A lie is a statement used for the purpose of deception for one’s reputation or name. In Salem, Massachusetts, one’s name and reputation means everything because if one has a bad name, he or she will not receive trust or respect. This play suggests that lying is vital at certain times and that many people hope to achieve an exceptional reputation…

Effects of News Media Slavi Iordanoff HUM/186 08-07-2017 Allyson Wells Effects of News Media People look to various news media outlets for sources of information. Some sources are more reliable than others but how can you know which sources are credible and which ones are not? What kind of affect does the media have on American culture? Do people think that the media should be responsible with the information that they present? The media has become a staple in our society for delivering the…

“The Persuaders” is a documentary which investigates how the culture of advertising and marketing have changed and influenced American society. Advertising and marketing isn’t just away to influence people to buy products however it influences a person and everything around them including the culture in the United States and politics. The documentary shows how advertisers are trying to break from the clutter they have created and look for new ways to reach consumers. The documentary shows how…