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How Propaganda Works
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Propaganda encompasses a range of deceptive persuasive techniques, from print to broadcast media. Read about propaganda and who uses it.
Why the Father of Modern Journalism Distrusted Democracy
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In the age of endless information, are voters too distracted to make decisions? Stuff They Don't Want You To Know asks if democracy is impossible.
Is Voice of America's Mission of Objectivity In Danger?
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Voice of America, the U.S. government-controlled media network, has long had a reputation for being a source of unbiased news in contrast to the government-controlled media in countries it reaches.
Uncle Sam: The Man, the Myth, the Legend
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He wants YOU, but who the heck was he?
How Cults Work
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Separate fact from propaganda and learn what a cult actually is and look at some of the more notable cult incidents in recent history.
What did the Nazis have to do with archaeology?
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In "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade," Dr. Jones battles the Nazis for the Holy Grail. Did the Nazis really have an interest in archaeology? And if so, what fueled it?
Who was Rosie the Riveter?
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Rosie the Riveter is an icon of World War II and a symbol of feminine capability. Learn about Rosie the Riveter and her we-can-do-it attitude.
How Political Conventions Work
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In an election year, political conventions take over the U.S. media for days, with political-party platforms and propaganda. But what real purpose do the conventions serve?
Ultimate Call of Duty Quiz
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From the debut "Call of Duty" through the launch of the "Ghosts" series, just how much do you know about the CoD games?
Are carrots really good for your eyesight?
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Are carrots really proven to aid eyesight? Get the science on the connection between carrots and eyesight and find out if it's really true.