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Propaganda is used in many ways to persuade people to believe certain ideas or thoughts about a topic. This can be in the form of newspapers, commercials, pictures, or any other type of communication. In order for people to agree with these ideas, the propaganda must be effective. Thomas Paine's pamphlet, Common Sense proves to be an effective piece of propaganda. His thoughts are understandable and relatable and many people benefitted from his writing. Paine downgraded his opposing view and often repeated his statements to make them clear. This criteria is necessary for effective propaganda.
One criteria necessary to have effective propaganda is that it should be understandable. Thomas Paine's Common Sense is very easy to understand. He uses simple language to describe his thoughts and the pamphlet is written so that an average person can read it. Common Sense is also informative and was of good use to the people in 1776 who were indifferent about their decision on American......

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