Introduction

Throughout history, propaganda has been used as a powerful tool to influence the minds of the masses. Propaganda is a highly effective manipulative tactic to persuade an entire society and culture to think a certain away. Politicians and governments typically use propaganda to generate a supportive response to their own goals, policies and/or agendas. It is simply a form of advertisement, and it utilizes powerful visual elements and artistic values to grab the attention of its viewer. The most prominent uses of propaganda can be found in political campaigns and during times of war. Art is the sole reason why propaganda is effective. Without aesthetic appeal, propaganda would be too subtle to attract attention. We will be focusing on governmental and political propaganda and analyze the use artistic values and why it is effective.



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