Information, especially of a biased or misleading nature, used to promote or publicize a particular political cause or point of view.
Propaganda is like a movie trailer that only shows the best parts of the film to get you excited and convince you to watch it, even if the whole movie isn't as good as the trailer suggests.
Media Bias: This occurs when media outlets present information in a way that is partial or prejudiced. It's often used alongside propaganda to influence public opinion.
Censorship: The suppression or prohibition of any parts of books, films, news, etc. that are considered obscene, politically unacceptable, or a threat to security. Like propaganda, it's another tool used by governments to control information flow.
Public Opinion: This refers to how people feel about particular issues at a given time. Propaganda aims to shape and manipulate these feelings for specific outcomes.
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