Quote by Christian Lous Lange

Propaganda must appeal to mankind's better judgment and to the necessary belief in a better future. For this belief, the valley of the shadow of death is but a war station on the road to the blessed summit.

Propaganda must appeal to mankind's better judgment and to t

Summary

This quote suggests that propaganda should target people's rationality and their inherent desire for a better future. By appealing to their sense of judgment, individuals can be more easily convinced and influenced by propaganda. The quote further illustrates that even during challenging times (symbolized by the "valley of the shadow of death"), people's optimistic belief in a positive future can be leveraged by propagandists as a stepping stone towards achieving desired outcomes.

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By Christian Lous Lange

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