In a general way, a major goal of the propagandist is to seek some kind of authoritative backing for the belief he or she is propagating.

When we consider propaganda as the attempt to shape the thoughts and feelings of others, in ways conforming to the aims of the communicator, we find a vast array of different examples throughout history.

The best goal for propaganda analysis is to develop such an understanding of the phenomenon that it will no longer be profitable for people to engage in it.

The specific media may change, but the principles of human nature have remained fairly constant over the millenia.

Since the time of Plato and Aristotle philosophers have had an interest in taking note of common fallacies in reasoning.

Once we recognize the power of propaganda, we need to ask whether its exercise is consistent with those democratic ideals to which lip-service is commonly accorded.

The liar wants to be believed, but lying undermines the foundation for credibility.