Edward Bernays, "The Engineering of Consent", Annals of the American Academy of Political and Social Science No. 250 (March 1947)
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The engineering of consent is the very essence of the democratic process, the freedom to persuade and suggest.
— Edward Bernays on Propaganda
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About Edward Bernays
Edward Bernays (November 22, 1891 – March 9, 1995) was an Austrian-born American publicist, sometimes called "the father of public relations".
About Edward Bernays
Edward Bernays (November 22, 1891 – March 9, 1995) was an Austrian-born American publicist, sometimes called "the father of public relations".
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