Abstract
Abstract
Chapter 6 begins with a brief summary of the modern history of propaganda, during, between, and since the two world wars. A key role in war support is played by the media and its control and censorship as a means of silencing opposing voices and presenting a biased view of the enemy’s intentions and the reality of war. The important role of social media in recent conflicts is discussed. Among war discourses and other psychological strategies for successful propaganda, encouraging fear and the perception of threat are agreed to be important. The role of persuasive war leadership is also discussed: the newer psychology of leadership emphasizes how an effective leader acts as the group’s champion, supporting in-group identity.
Publisher
Oxford University PressNew York
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