The Propaganda Guide: Part III
The Propaganda Guide is an ongoing series that highlights the ways in which the media and Democrats weaponize persuasion and propaganda against the American public.
The Propaganda Guide is an ongoing series that highlights the ways in which the media and Democrats weaponize persuasion and propaganda against the American public.
We published The Propaganda Guide: Part I and Part II this week. Check them out, and continue reading below for Part III.
In a world of propaganda, it is easy to be swayed by what we see and hear. The media is constantly trying to sell us a certain way of thinking, and it can be difficult to decipher what is true and what is not. It is important to be critical of the information that we are given, and to question what we are being told. Only then can we start to see the world for what it is.
Facts
There is something about facts that make them persuasive. People tend to trust what is factual, and this can make facts very persuasive.
We often mistake facts for reasons, but in reality, facts are not reasons. Facts are used in logic to create reasons.
Laundry List
Laundry list persuasion is a style of persuasion in which the speaker lists a series of reasons why the listener should believe or do something.
Laundry list persuasion can be persuasive because it provides the listener with a clear and concise overview of the speaker's argument.
Additionally, it can be difficult for the listener to refute each individual point on the list. Chances are it’s impossible. There’s going to be at least one point you don’t know how to debunk or take down.
I used laundry list persuasion in my post “Here’s what one would need to believe to be a Democrat” article.
Scarcity
Scarcity persuasion is a technique that convinces someone to take action by emphasizing the limited availability of a product or service.
Scarcity persuasion is often used in marketing and sales, by emphasizing the limited stock of a product, or the limited time period in which an offer is available. For example, a company might offer a "limited time only" discount to encourage customers to buy a product before it runs out.
Objectivity
Objectivity is often used in persuasion to make an argument more convincing. By presenting information in a neutral or unbiased way, it can be more effective in persuading others to come to a particular conclusion.
Credibility
Credibility is often seen as persuasive because it can be an indication of trustworthiness. If someone is considered credible, then it is more likely that their opinions and statements are seen as trustworthy and reliable.
We love trustworthy people, but beware!
Trustworthiness
Trustworthiness can be persuasive because it can make people feel more comfortable and confident about what you're saying. If people feel like they can trust you, they're more likely to believe what you're telling them.
Likability
Likability is persuasive because it creates a connection between the speaker and the audience. When people like someone, they are more likely to trust them and to be influenced by them.