"All I need is a sheet of paper and something to write with, and then I can turn the world upside down." - Friedrich Nietzsche
Words are often compared to a scalpel. They can harm, and they can heal. It depends on how you use them, and who is using them. During the 19th century, some of the most influential philosophers, like Freidrich Nietzsche, used them without boundaries to explore concepts like morality and identity. Many of these philosophers were German, and Germany became the intellectual hub of the world. The words of Nietzsche and others heavily influenced the rise of the Nazi Party. That's what he meant by the power of words to turn the world upside down.
Modern media organizations are no different. They use a wide variety of tactics to control the narrative. This article will focus on one in particular: the use of wording.
The mainstream media uses carefully worded headlines and articles to fit their agenda. We don't even realize how much they shape our everyday conversations. Let's break down a few examples:
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