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The catalyst is fear; always fear. Nothing plays quite like it.

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I think Machiavelli had a similar idea

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Propaganda is way more sophisticated nowadays, but it's pretty wild how similar it is both in intent and in messaging.

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This reminds me of current Russian propaganda that tries to sap support from Ukraine's allies. Seems to be working with the GOP

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the caliper skeleton is nightmare fuel

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Never heard that phrase. I may be borrowing it when the opportunity arises.

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The is nothing quite like wartime propaganda, it’s so fascinating to look at and pick apart!

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I did a series on multimedia ebooks on WWII Homefront in the USA. Here's the first one: all are free at iTunes if you're a Mac person. "Why We Fight: WWII and the Art of Public Persuasion" https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/why-we-fight/id569278505?mt=11&ign-mpt=uo%3D4

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