CBS news
1. "Cain campaign dealt new blow by affair claim"
Herman Cain's presidential campaign has again been threatened by a sex scandal, this time by a woman (Ginger White) claiming to have carried out a thirteen year affair with him that ended only shortly before he announced his intentions to run for president. This woman, however, has a history of lying, including libel suits, and is not considered credible.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-505103_162-57332673/cain-campaign-dealt-new-blow-by-affair-claim/
2. "Iran students storm U.K. Embassy in Tehran"
Iranian students broke into and virtually destroyed the United Kingdom Embassy in a violent protest. The U.K. responded with a message stating that it is the duty of Iran to prevent such things from happening and to protect embassies located in their country.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-202_162-57332717/iran-students-storm-u.k-embassy-in-tehran/
3. "American Airlines files for bankruptcy"
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-500395_162-57332686/american-airlines-files-for-bankruptcy/
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Monday, November 28, 2011
Top 3 News Stories 11/28/11
CBS news
1. "Cyber Monday 2011 deals from Walmart, Target, Best Buy and more"
Today is Cyber Monday, when thousands of people will get online to shop rather than go to the store.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-505144_162-57330408/cyber-monday-2011-deals-from-wal-mart-target-best-buy-and-more/
2. "Hard times generation: Families living in cars"
One third of homeless Americans live in Florida, and an alarming number of those are living in cars. Unemployment and poverty levels are so high in Florida that schoolbus routes have changed to include cheap motels, where many families have taken up residence.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-18560_162-57330802/hard-times-generation-families-living-in-cars/
3. "Best bets for Cyber Monday deals"
The article predicts which sites will be the most reliable and offer the best deals for Cyber Monday, Amazon and Zappos coming out on top.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-502303_162-57331464/best-bets-for-cyber-monday-deals/
1. "Cyber Monday 2011 deals from Walmart, Target, Best Buy and more"
Today is Cyber Monday, when thousands of people will get online to shop rather than go to the store.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-505144_162-57330408/cyber-monday-2011-deals-from-wal-mart-target-best-buy-and-more/
2. "Hard times generation: Families living in cars"
One third of homeless Americans live in Florida, and an alarming number of those are living in cars. Unemployment and poverty levels are so high in Florida that schoolbus routes have changed to include cheap motels, where many families have taken up residence.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-18560_162-57330802/hard-times-generation-families-living-in-cars/
3. "Best bets for Cyber Monday deals"
The article predicts which sites will be the most reliable and offer the best deals for Cyber Monday, Amazon and Zappos coming out on top.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-502303_162-57331464/best-bets-for-cyber-monday-deals/
Monday, November 21, 2011
Top 3 News Stories 11/21
CBS news
1. "The Pledge: Grover Norquists hold on the GOP"
Grover Norquist's main goal working for the Republican party has been to prevent taxes (particularly those for the wealthy) from going up. He has even gone so far as to write "The Pledge", a promise not to vote for higher taxes for anyone, and gotten 279 legislators to sign it.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-18560_162-57327816/the-pledge-grover-norquists-hold-on-the-gop/
2. "American Music Awards 2011: Taylor Swift wins artist of the year"
The article summarizes the results of the American Music Awards, including Taylor Swift winning artist of the year as well as the other two awards she was nominated for.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-31749_162-57328407-10391698/american-music-awards-2011-taylor-swift-wins-artist-of-the-year/
3. "Depleted Texas lakes expose ghost towns, graves"
The water levels of Lake Buchananan, one of Texas' largest lakes, have been decreasing as the drought in Texas continues. The lowering levels have been exposing a former city that was covered with water, including, eerily, some gravestones.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-201_162-57328356/depleted-texas-lakes-expose-ghost-towns-graves/
1. "The Pledge: Grover Norquists hold on the GOP"
Grover Norquist's main goal working for the Republican party has been to prevent taxes (particularly those for the wealthy) from going up. He has even gone so far as to write "The Pledge", a promise not to vote for higher taxes for anyone, and gotten 279 legislators to sign it.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-18560_162-57327816/the-pledge-grover-norquists-hold-on-the-gop/
2. "American Music Awards 2011: Taylor Swift wins artist of the year"
The article summarizes the results of the American Music Awards, including Taylor Swift winning artist of the year as well as the other two awards she was nominated for.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-31749_162-57328407-10391698/american-music-awards-2011-taylor-swift-wins-artist-of-the-year/
3. "Depleted Texas lakes expose ghost towns, graves"
The water levels of Lake Buchananan, one of Texas' largest lakes, have been decreasing as the drought in Texas continues. The lowering levels have been exposing a former city that was covered with water, including, eerily, some gravestones.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-201_162-57328356/depleted-texas-lakes-expose-ghost-towns-graves/
Friday, November 18, 2011
Top 3 News Stories 11/18/11
CBS News
1. "L.A. sheriff reopening Natalie Wood case"
Hollywood actress Natalie Wood drowned in the Pacific Ocean on November 29th, 1981, under 'suspicious circumstances'. LA police now believe they have enough information to reopen the case and further investigate her death. Police believe foul play may have been involved.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-31749_162-57327031-10391698/l.a-sheriff-reopening-natalie-wood-case/
2. "Second test affirms faster-than-light particles"
Recent testing in Europe has proven the existence of subatomic particles that move faster than light, and a second round of testing had the same results, but more testing will be necessary.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-502223_162-57327392/2nd-test-affirms-faster-than-light-particles/
3. "Tim Tebow "Jesus" jersey raise eyebrows"
Bronco's Tim Tebow has never been ashamed to show his religion on the field, praying after big plays and even going so far as to have scripture written in his face paint. However, recently, fans who purchase his jerseys have gotten "Jesus" written on the back instead of Tebow, causing major controversy.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-500202_162-57327420/tim-tebow-jesus-jerseys-raise-eyebrows/
1. "L.A. sheriff reopening Natalie Wood case"
Hollywood actress Natalie Wood drowned in the Pacific Ocean on November 29th, 1981, under 'suspicious circumstances'. LA police now believe they have enough information to reopen the case and further investigate her death. Police believe foul play may have been involved.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-31749_162-57327031-10391698/l.a-sheriff-reopening-natalie-wood-case/
2. "Second test affirms faster-than-light particles"
Recent testing in Europe has proven the existence of subatomic particles that move faster than light, and a second round of testing had the same results, but more testing will be necessary.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-502223_162-57327392/2nd-test-affirms-faster-than-light-particles/
3. "Tim Tebow "Jesus" jersey raise eyebrows"
Bronco's Tim Tebow has never been ashamed to show his religion on the field, praying after big plays and even going so far as to have scripture written in his face paint. However, recently, fans who purchase his jerseys have gotten "Jesus" written on the back instead of Tebow, causing major controversy.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-500202_162-57327420/tim-tebow-jesus-jerseys-raise-eyebrows/
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Top 3 News Stories 11/17/11
CBS news
1. "Wall Street clashes start Occupy's day of action"
Occupy Wall Street was led by protesters, some of whom even chose to sit down in the street and thus block traffic.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-201_162-57326595/wall-street-clashes-start-occupys-day-of-action/
2. "White House gun suspect obsessed with Obama"
A man obsessed with Obama shot at the White House while the president was gone, getting close enough to crack a family living room window. The man, Oscar Ramiro Ortega-Hernandez, seemed to be consumed with a hatred of Obama, even going so far as to call him the Anti-Christ. He has been arrested and is awaiting trial.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-201_162-57326437/white-house-gun-suspect-obsessed-with-obama/
3. "Used Cars: 5 to Avoid (and 5 Better Alternatives)
See previous blog post, the same article is featured there
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-505145_162-40543260/used-cars-5-to-avoid-and-5-better-alternatives/
1. "Wall Street clashes start Occupy's day of action"
Occupy Wall Street was led by protesters, some of whom even chose to sit down in the street and thus block traffic.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-201_162-57326595/wall-street-clashes-start-occupys-day-of-action/
2. "White House gun suspect obsessed with Obama"
A man obsessed with Obama shot at the White House while the president was gone, getting close enough to crack a family living room window. The man, Oscar Ramiro Ortega-Hernandez, seemed to be consumed with a hatred of Obama, even going so far as to call him the Anti-Christ. He has been arrested and is awaiting trial.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-201_162-57326437/white-house-gun-suspect-obsessed-with-obama/
3. "Used Cars: 5 to Avoid (and 5 Better Alternatives)
See previous blog post, the same article is featured there
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-505145_162-40543260/used-cars-5-to-avoid-and-5-better-alternatives/
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Top 3 News Stories 11/15/11
CBS news
1. "Used Cars: 5 to Avoid (and 5 Better Alternatives)
This article explains which used cars should be avoided (Volkswagon Beetle which often requires expensive repairs) and alternatives to these cars (Hundai Elantra).
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-505145_162-40543260/used-cars-5-to-avoid-and-5-better-alternatives/
2. "Amazing bass cover of Radiohead's "Karma Police" provides some mellow music on Monday"
The author of the article found this cover of Radiohead's famous song and wants to share it with viewers.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-504784_162-57324425-10391705/amazing-bass-cover-of-radioheads-karma-police-provides-some-mellow-music-on-monday/
3. "Girl trapped 2 days in wrecked car with dead dad"
A 9 year old girl was trapped in her father's wrecked car and was forced to eat Poptarts and drink Gatorade for 2 days while she awaited rescue. Her father was dead during this time. Their car flipped off the road on Friday night, killing her father. The cause of the accident is uncertain; the speedometer was stuck at over 100 mph but those who knew the victim insist it was not possible for him to be going that fast.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-201_162-57324808/girl-trapped-2-days-in-wrecked-car-with-dead-dad/
1. "Used Cars: 5 to Avoid (and 5 Better Alternatives)
This article explains which used cars should be avoided (Volkswagon Beetle which often requires expensive repairs) and alternatives to these cars (Hundai Elantra).
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-505145_162-40543260/used-cars-5-to-avoid-and-5-better-alternatives/
2. "Amazing bass cover of Radiohead's "Karma Police" provides some mellow music on Monday"
The author of the article found this cover of Radiohead's famous song and wants to share it with viewers.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-504784_162-57324425-10391705/amazing-bass-cover-of-radioheads-karma-police-provides-some-mellow-music-on-monday/
3. "Girl trapped 2 days in wrecked car with dead dad"
A 9 year old girl was trapped in her father's wrecked car and was forced to eat Poptarts and drink Gatorade for 2 days while she awaited rescue. Her father was dead during this time. Their car flipped off the road on Friday night, killing her father. The cause of the accident is uncertain; the speedometer was stuck at over 100 mph but those who knew the victim insist it was not possible for him to be going that fast.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-201_162-57324808/girl-trapped-2-days-in-wrecked-car-with-dead-dad/
Monday, November 14, 2011
Top 3 News Stories - 11/14/11
CBS news
1. "Congress: Trading Stock on inside information?"
Apparently, some members of Congress are exchanging stock in companies for valuable inside information that will influence decisions they make. They will do nearly anything to hold on to their jobs and the power that comes with it, despite only making $174,000 a year and spending millions in campaigning.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-18560_162-57323527/congress-trading-stock-on-inside-information/
2. "Penn State president explains McQueary status"
Penn State has had a recent trend of firings, and yet one of the assistent coaches once involved in the child sex scandal has yet to be cut. The reason behind this is that there are "legal issues" involved with McQueary's case.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-500202_162-57324022/penn-state-president-explains-mcqueary-status/
3. "Questioning Pelosi: Steve Kroft heads to DC"
60 Minutes correspondant Steve Kroft attempted to get an interview about the recent stock trade information (which, as it happens, is not illegal). He was denied this and ended up publicly questioning Nancy Pelosi at a press conference in order to get what he needed.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-504803_162-57323518-10391709/questioning-pelosi-steve-kroft-heads-to-d.c/
1. "Congress: Trading Stock on inside information?"
Apparently, some members of Congress are exchanging stock in companies for valuable inside information that will influence decisions they make. They will do nearly anything to hold on to their jobs and the power that comes with it, despite only making $174,000 a year and spending millions in campaigning.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-18560_162-57323527/congress-trading-stock-on-inside-information/
2. "Penn State president explains McQueary status"
Penn State has had a recent trend of firings, and yet one of the assistent coaches once involved in the child sex scandal has yet to be cut. The reason behind this is that there are "legal issues" involved with McQueary's case.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-500202_162-57324022/penn-state-president-explains-mcqueary-status/
3. "Questioning Pelosi: Steve Kroft heads to DC"
60 Minutes correspondant Steve Kroft attempted to get an interview about the recent stock trade information (which, as it happens, is not illegal). He was denied this and ended up publicly questioning Nancy Pelosi at a press conference in order to get what he needed.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-504803_162-57323518-10391709/questioning-pelosi-steve-kroft-heads-to-d.c/
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Top 3 News Stories 11/10/11
CBS
1. "Paterno fired over Penn St. child abuse scandal"
Joe Paterno recently announced he would be retiring at the end of this football season, but was fired by Penn State before this could even happen.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-400_162-57321984/paterno-fired-over-penn-st-child-abuse-scandal/
2. "Republican debate winners and losers: a disastrous night for Perry"
The Republican debate on CNBC happened last night, one of the most memorable moments was Perry being unable to name the third and final federal agency he hopes to get rid of. Romney is predicted to be the Republican candidate, but CBS seems to be democratic ("the Republican presidential race has officially become Mitt Romney's to lose")
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-503544_162-57322003-503544/republican-debate-winners-and-losers-a-disastrous-night-for-perry/
3. "Paterno stunned by firing in Penn State scandal"
A letter explaining that his employment had been terminated was hand delivered to Paterno's home, as a result of the sex scandal involving his assistant coach/heir. He'd already planned to retire at the end of the season in light of the scandal. He was fired after 61 years of coaching and 46 seasons at Penn State.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-400_162-57322136/paterno-stunned-by-firing-in-penn-state-scandal/
New York Times
1. "Paterno is finished at Penn State and President is Out"
Joe Paterno was fired Wednesday night, and Graham B Spanier, the university president who has done much for the school, was also removed from his position. The reasoning for the firings is that they knew what Sandusky was doing and failed to report it.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/11/10/sports/ncaafootball/-joe-paterno-and-graham-spanier-out-at-penn-state.html?_r=1&ref=us
2. "Penn State students clash with police in unrest after announcement"
The announcement of Paterno's firing led to a riot on Wednesday evening which resulted in the tipping of a news van and light poles being torn down. Students threw rocks and fireworks at police, who responded by spraying them with pepper spray.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/11/11/sports/ncaafootball/penn-state-students-in-clashes-after-joe-paterno-is-ousted.html?ref=us
3. "Some articifacts are gone, but not pride in a war correspondent who mattered"
The main draw of a tiny town in Indiana is the museum honoring Ernie Pyle, a former WWII reporter.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/11/10/us/ernie-pyle-museum-is-struggling-dan-barry-this-land.html?ref=us
1. "Paterno fired over Penn St. child abuse scandal"
Joe Paterno recently announced he would be retiring at the end of this football season, but was fired by Penn State before this could even happen.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-400_162-57321984/paterno-fired-over-penn-st-child-abuse-scandal/
2. "Republican debate winners and losers: a disastrous night for Perry"
The Republican debate on CNBC happened last night, one of the most memorable moments was Perry being unable to name the third and final federal agency he hopes to get rid of. Romney is predicted to be the Republican candidate, but CBS seems to be democratic ("the Republican presidential race has officially become Mitt Romney's to lose")
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-503544_162-57322003-503544/republican-debate-winners-and-losers-a-disastrous-night-for-perry/
3. "Paterno stunned by firing in Penn State scandal"
A letter explaining that his employment had been terminated was hand delivered to Paterno's home, as a result of the sex scandal involving his assistant coach/heir. He'd already planned to retire at the end of the season in light of the scandal. He was fired after 61 years of coaching and 46 seasons at Penn State.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-400_162-57322136/paterno-stunned-by-firing-in-penn-state-scandal/
New York Times
1. "Paterno is finished at Penn State and President is Out"
Joe Paterno was fired Wednesday night, and Graham B Spanier, the university president who has done much for the school, was also removed from his position. The reasoning for the firings is that they knew what Sandusky was doing and failed to report it.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/11/10/sports/ncaafootball/-joe-paterno-and-graham-spanier-out-at-penn-state.html?_r=1&ref=us
2. "Penn State students clash with police in unrest after announcement"
The announcement of Paterno's firing led to a riot on Wednesday evening which resulted in the tipping of a news van and light poles being torn down. Students threw rocks and fireworks at police, who responded by spraying them with pepper spray.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/11/11/sports/ncaafootball/penn-state-students-in-clashes-after-joe-paterno-is-ousted.html?ref=us
3. "Some articifacts are gone, but not pride in a war correspondent who mattered"
The main draw of a tiny town in Indiana is the museum honoring Ernie Pyle, a former WWII reporter.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/11/10/us/ernie-pyle-museum-is-struggling-dan-barry-this-land.html?ref=us
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Top 3 News Stories for 11/9/11
As found on CBS (www.cbsnews.com)
1. "Mississippi's 'Personhood Amendment' fails at polls"
Mississippi tried to pass an amendment to challenge abortion, saying that life begins at fertilization, but was shot down by voters.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-250_162-57321126/mississippis-personhood-amendment-fails-at-polls/
2. "Paterno to retire at end of football season"
Penn State's coach, Joe Paterno, has chosen to retire due to him recieving pressure and to his character being questioned based on the recent Sandusky child sex scandal. He was originally going to be preceeded by Sandusky himself.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-400_162-57321343/paterno-retiring-amid-child-abuse-tragedy/
3. "Voters across nation stick largely by incumbents"
Most voters are focusing on reelecting the tried and true leaders they already have.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-250_162-57321240/voters-across-nation-stick-largely-by-incumbents/
As found on the New York Times website (www.nytimes.com)
1. "Voters defeat many G.O.P. sponsored measures"
This article is about Mississippi's failed 'Personhood Amendment'.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/11/10/us/politics/voters-defeat-many-gop-sponsored-measures.html?ref=us
2. "Ohio turns back a law limiting union rights"
Ohio previously had a law that restricted the rights of public workers to bargain for better wages and/or benefits, which was recently struck down by voters.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/11/09/us/politics/ohio-turns-back-a-law-limiting-unions-rights.html?ref=us
3. "Accused Al-Quaida leader is arraigned in USS Cole bombing"
Abd Al-Rahim al-Nashiri will soon be standing trial for the 2000 bombing of the USS Cole.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/11/10/us/abd-al-rahim-al-nashiri-arraigned-in-uss-cole-bombing.html?ref=us
1. "Mississippi's 'Personhood Amendment' fails at polls"
Mississippi tried to pass an amendment to challenge abortion, saying that life begins at fertilization, but was shot down by voters.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-250_162-57321126/mississippis-personhood-amendment-fails-at-polls/
2. "Paterno to retire at end of football season"
Penn State's coach, Joe Paterno, has chosen to retire due to him recieving pressure and to his character being questioned based on the recent Sandusky child sex scandal. He was originally going to be preceeded by Sandusky himself.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-400_162-57321343/paterno-retiring-amid-child-abuse-tragedy/
3. "Voters across nation stick largely by incumbents"
Most voters are focusing on reelecting the tried and true leaders they already have.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-250_162-57321240/voters-across-nation-stick-largely-by-incumbents/
As found on the New York Times website (www.nytimes.com)
1. "Voters defeat many G.O.P. sponsored measures"
This article is about Mississippi's failed 'Personhood Amendment'.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/11/10/us/politics/voters-defeat-many-gop-sponsored-measures.html?ref=us
2. "Ohio turns back a law limiting union rights"
Ohio previously had a law that restricted the rights of public workers to bargain for better wages and/or benefits, which was recently struck down by voters.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/11/09/us/politics/ohio-turns-back-a-law-limiting-unions-rights.html?ref=us
3. "Accused Al-Quaida leader is arraigned in USS Cole bombing"
Abd Al-Rahim al-Nashiri will soon be standing trial for the 2000 bombing of the USS Cole.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/11/10/us/abd-al-rahim-al-nashiri-arraigned-in-uss-cole-bombing.html?ref=us
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Top 3 News Stories for 11/8/11
As found on CBS's website (www.cbsnews.com)
1. "Cain Vows to Set the Record Straight"
Republican candidate Herman Cain has been accused by at least 4 women of innappropriate sexual behavior approximately 10 years ago. However, one of the women has stepped forward, and now that there is a name and face to the accusation, the charges seem more serious and Cain will be forced to acknowledge and explain.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-250_162-57320353/cain-vows-to-set-the-record-straight/
2. "Sarkozy to Obama: I'm fed up with Netanyahu"
Obama and French President Nicholas Sarkozy are both growing weary of Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu, Obama even going so far as to say "You're fed up, but I have to deal with him every day".
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-503543_162-57320340-503543/sarkozy-to-obama-im-fed-up-with-netanyahu/
1. "Cain Vows to Set the Record Straight"
Republican candidate Herman Cain has been accused by at least 4 women of innappropriate sexual behavior approximately 10 years ago. However, one of the women has stepped forward, and now that there is a name and face to the accusation, the charges seem more serious and Cain will be forced to acknowledge and explain.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-250_162-57320353/cain-vows-to-set-the-record-straight/
2. "Sarkozy to Obama: I'm fed up with Netanyahu"
Obama and French President Nicholas Sarkozy are both growing weary of Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu, Obama even going so far as to say "You're fed up, but I have to deal with him every day".
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-503543_162-57320340-503543/sarkozy-to-obama-im-fed-up-with-netanyahu/
3. "Epic fantasy meets epic rhymes in "Skyrim Epic Rap"
The article is about a rap advertisement for a new fantasy game.
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-504784_162-57319906-10391705/epic-fantasy-meets-epic-rhymes-in-skyrim-epic-rap/
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Manufacturing Consent Documentary
Reviewing Manufacturing Consent: Noam Chomsky and the Media
3/5 Stars
The documentary focuses on what the media chooses to present and how it presents this information, as well as its effect on the people. Basically, the main idea is that the media is funded by rich, powerful people and or companies, and that information is slanted in their favor as a result of them writing the check that pays for it.
I personally found the documentary a bit bland. It had some good points (such as the need of each person to decide what sources are 'good' or relevent, and the difference between honoring freedom of speech and agreeing with a point of view, etc.), but beyond his unique point of view, it wasn't really anything that kept me captivated or interested for very long. It was educational, just not easy for me to focus on.
“Propaganda is to democracy what violence is to a dictatorship.” - Noam Chomsky
The most important part of a dictatorship is to maintain control, and most such governments have done so throughout history by using violence and fear to keep the people 'in line'. In this way, a dictatorship cannot exist without violence. Similarly, without propaganda to sway the people, a democracy (by definition a government run by representatives chosen by the people) cannot be successful.
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