Here are some WTS links on propaganda
http://www.watchtower.org/e/20000622/article_02.htm
http://www.watchtower.org/e/20000622/article_03.htm
First, examine whether there is bias. What is the motive for the message? If the message is rife with name-calling and loaded words, why is that? Loaded language aside, what are the merits of the message itself? Also, if possible, try to check the track record of those speaking. Are they known to speak the truth? If "authorities" are used, who or what are they? Why should you regard this person—or organization or publication—as having expert knowledge or trustworthy information on the subject in question? If you sense some appeal to emotions, ask yourself, 'When viewed dispassionately, what are the merits of the message?'
I thought we at JWD invented the term "Loaded language"
Oh you mean symbols like the triangle? Of course the WTS has never been guilty of conditioning individuals en masse have they? | |||