Propaganda, Power, & Manipulation.

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This course will map major moments in the development of power and propaganda as a communication apparatus, identify the discursive and media presentations of ideologies, and engage in struggles for control and resistance. Twentieth century propaganda sought to advance nationalism, advertise consumer society, and enact war. The 21st century 'clash of civilizations' couples media and events into circulation of acts of terror. With post-modern social media, novel interactions among communication apparatus, norms, and global entities generate new threats and opportunities.