Tag: Communalism
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The Gritty ‘Star Wars’ Movie We Need: Stormtroopers in the Spotlight
“Star Wars” has given us countless memorable characters and stories, but one group remains underexplored: the stormtroopers. These soldiers deserve a movie that delves into their lives, motivations, and the harsh realities of war. Imagine a film where stormtroopers are not just faceless villains but individuals with their own stories and struggles. A stormtrooper-centric film…
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Understanding Jacques Ellul’s Propaganda Best Practices
*This article serves as an essential guide for those new to the study of propaganda and keen to explore its multifaceted impact across diverse sectors such as marketing, politics, cinema, and social media communications. Designed to demystify the complex techniques that shape public opinion and drive behavior, this general overview delves into the seminal theories…
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10 Tips for Spotting Propaganda Traps and Unethical Influence Tactics: The Art of Media Savvy
In today’s digital age, where information flows like a river, it’s crucial to be a discerning consumer of news and messages. The world of media is filled with pitfalls, but fear not! We’re here to guide you through the art of spotting propaganda traps with these 10 down-to-earth tips, complete with relatable examples; these tips…
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Enriching Defiant Egalitarian Communalism With Spirituality
Introduction Gene Sharp’s ideas on political defiance have influenced many. But what if we could expand his ideas to include a spiritual dimension? Imagine a combination of Libertarian Socialism, what we added to Sharp’s political defiance theory in our last blog post, Participatory Democracy, and spirituality. For the spiritual components, we’ll look at a 19th…