What is propaganda?

There are many different kinds of propaganda, but it is generally defined as a form of persuasion that relies on manipulation and distortion; it can also involve using false information to frighten the public and get them to obey. Governments have often used it to remain in power, convincing the public there is an impending threat (that may not exist) and only the current president or king or prime minister can keep you safe.

Among the other uses of this word, some people think that commercials and advertisements are a form of propaganda. Some critics also accuse certain organized religions of using propaganda to keep believers in line. There is also a tendency to label any ideas or beliefs that a person disagrees with as propaganda-- politicians often accuse their opponents of doing this.
== Answer == its a type of persuasion i think its kinda like "everyone else is doing it why dont you?" but that might be another kind... == Answer == That first answer is more a definition of "peer pressure." Propaganda is the manipulation of information to influence public opinion. It emphasizes bits of information that support a position and de-emphasizes or excludes those that do not. Misleading statements or outright lies may be included. Advertising and missionary activity are within the broad definition of propaganda, but the term is usually used in the politics.