A developer is battling a nature conservancy group over a piece of land. The developer issues a series of statements promoting its plans for the land. Which of the following statements represents an example of propaganda?(1 point)

Responses

“The nature conservancy group is comprised of a bunch of lazy tree huggers who object to any real progress.”
“The nature conservancy group is comprised of a bunch of lazy tree huggers who object to any real progress.”

“By developing the land, we will bring many well-paying jobs into the community.”
“By developing the land, we will bring many well-paying jobs into the community.”

“Though the nature conservancy group objects to our plans, we hope to work together toward a solution.”
“Though the nature conservancy group objects to our plans, we hope to work together toward a solution.”

“Our mission is to strike a balance between conservation and development.”
“Our mission is to strike a balance between conservation and development.”

1 answer

The statement that represents an example of propaganda is:

“The nature conservancy group is comprised of a bunch of lazy tree huggers who object to any real progress.”

This statement uses derogatory language to discredit the opposing group and manipulate public opinion against them, which is characteristic of propaganda. The other statements focus on positive aspects of the developer's plans or suggest collaboration, rather than attacking the opposing group.