Tag: Propaganda

Picasso's painting immortalized the scenes of horror when Guernica was bombed on behalf of General Franco's forces. The painting remains an emblem of resistance to the dishonesty of powerful aggressors: at the time, Franco denied responsibility for the horrors, claiming that "the Reds" had "destroyed Guernica" themselves in an attempt to court world sympathy.

antiracism

Israel’s Antisemitism Ruse

In claiming victimhood Israel follows upon and extends racist settler logics. Yet we are beginning to see beyond this classic ruse.

Dan Freeman-Maloy July 15, 2021

A line of trombonists leads a large military band in full regalia down a wide city street

Education

And the Band Plays On

The role of classical and other U.S. Military Bands in manufacturing patriotism, promoting class distinction, and defending imperialism.

Lee Cyphers July 4, 2021