Cynicism Breeds Control

Propaganda thrives on the existing cynicism within society, leveraging people's doubts and disillusionments to undermine trust in democracy and public institutions. This deep-seated skepticism makes individuals susceptible to narratives that frame the world as inherently corrupt and manipulated by elites, reinforcing a nihilistic worldview. Rather than fostering true liberation, extreme cynicism often leads to belief in irrational conspiracies, highlighting the human need for a coherent framework that can guide understanding, even if that framework is flawed.