Propaganda and censorship are forms of manipulation that can influence audiences through what is included or omitted from a message. While censorship may sometimes aim to protect people, it can also be used to control them. There are debates around when censorship may be appropriate versus a violation of freedom of speech and the right to choose information. This document introduces the topic of how media and propaganda use techniques like omission to manipulate audiences.

1. But is subliminal messaging through the insertion of additional content the only way to manipulate your minds? The answer is NO. Remember the question... Is anything being left out, and if so WHY is it being left out? Propaganda is there for a purpose, to sell something. And to that end, people, especially the media, often use omission to lead their audience.

2. Let's take a look at a quick clip that discusses media and propaganda

3. Which brings us to the heart of what we are talking about... Censorship Censorship is a highly debated topic. Sometimes things are censored to "protect" others, other times things are censored to "control" people. Any which way, censorship is a form of manipulation. But is it always wrong? And if not, when is it right? What about freedom of speech, shouldn't everyone have a right to a voice, and shouldn't everyone have a right to choose what they hear? So many questions, and limited time, so let's get started...