The Nazis suppressed any viewpoints they deemed threatening through censorship, intimidation, and violence. They targeted dissenting voices, including political opponents, intellectuals, and artists, often imprisoning or executing them. Propaganda was used to promote their ideology while discrediting and silencing alternative perspectives. This systematic repression aimed to create a homogeneous society aligned with Nazi beliefs.
Mudslinging refers to the practice of making malicious or defamatory comments about an opponent during a political campaign. It was said to have taken place during the campaign due to the use of negative advertising and personal attacks aimed at discrediting rivals rather than focusing on policy issues. This tactic often aims to sway public opinion by undermining the character and credibility of opponents, ultimately diverting attention from substantive discussions. As a result, the campaign became more about damaging reputations than presenting clear visions for governance.
There is no historical evidence to suggest that Hitler was Jewish. Recent scholarship suggests that the rumors about Hitler's ancestry were circulated by political opponents as a way of discrediting the leader of an antisemitic party. These rumors persist primarily because the identity of Hitler's paternal grandfather is unknown; rumors that this grandfather was Jewish have never been proven.
The 6-pointed star, throughout history, has been used by many groups - with a variety of meanings. It has been called the 'Star Of David' or the 'Seal Of Solomon.' I generally is used by those who practice the faith of Judaism. However, I have seen it referenced as 'The Seal of Moloch' (a demonic being mentioned in the Bible, I believe, as being 'insatiable' when it came to requiring sacrifices.) I'd be careful, however, using the terms 'devil' or 'demon' when it comes to names of deities. Christianity has labeled deities of other cultures as 'devils', as the example of Ba'al. It actually means 'Lord' which can be a title held by mortals, as well as the divine. In its pursuit of becoming a dominant religion, Christianity may have taken some liberties when it comes to discrediting other faiths while attempting to empower their own. This applies to use and meaning of symbols, deities, places, holidays, etc. Looking at these issues through a variety of faiths will offer a more balanced perspective of the history. Satanists, as well as other faiths - such as many under the Paganism umbrella, use the 5 pointed star. It's meaning and use vary from faith to faith, as pointed out in the first part of this post. The 5 pointed star has been called many names including the Goblin's cross, the 5 wounds of Christ, etc. The Pent-Alpha (5 letter As)...etc. In Paganism, the 5 pointed star can be used as a sign of protection, represent mortality (pointed up), represent the divine (pointed down), etc. Satanists have also used the 5 pointed star (pointed down) to represent a 'horned god' (Baphomet - a goat-headed being used by Aleister Crowley and crew). I'd suggest reading a variety of texts including those about Aleister Crowley, Laurie Cabot (a Witch in Salem, MA), a book on the Ryder-White deck of the Tarot, and DRAWING DOWN THE MOON by Margot Adler to gain a wider perspective of the meaning of various symbols - including the 5 and 6 pointed stars. A Man In A Labcoat
We went to war with Iraq again because the government suspected Saddam Hussein of aiding terrorists and having an arsenal of Weapons of Mass Destruction (Nuclear, Biological[smallpox], and Chemical[nerve gas])
A witness who says something against your argument. ex; You say you saw a car fly, whereas the discrediting witness says, "No, it went off a ramp going 180"
Discrediting means to harm the good reputation of someone or something or it could mean to cause an idea or piece of evidence to seem false or unreliable.Resource/s: MY DICTIONARY!!
Product disparagement involves discrediting a competitor's product.
led to the discrediting of Senator McCarthy and his condemnation by the Senate
Parris's motive for discrediting Mary Warren in court stems from his desire to maintain authority and control over the Salem community during the witch trials. He fears that Mary, by speaking out against the court and its proceedings, could undermine the legitimacy of the trials and his own position as a minister. Additionally, Parris is motivated by self-preservation, as he is concerned about the repercussions of the trials on his reputation and influence. Discrediting Mary helps to deflect attention away from his own vulnerabilities.
"Hence" is an adverb used to indicate a conclusion or a result derived from what has been previously stated. It often means "for this reason" or "as a consequence." In some contexts, it can also refer to a point in time, meaning "from this time" or "in the future."
No. It is worse. He is working at discrediting the Justice Department and breaking down the lines between the branches.
deliberately and circuitously throwing aspersions and wrongful doubt upon another person in order to escape suspicion upon oneself
At first she is the voice of reason among her teenage friend, but then she cracks, siding with Abigail, fueling the paranoia in the town, and discrediting both John and Elizabeth.
An ad hominem argument is when someone attacks the person making an argument instead of addressing the argument itself. This type of fallacy is meant to discredit the person rather than engaging with the actual points being made.
Negative propaganda is the dissemination of biased or misleading information aimed at discrediting an individual, group, or organization. It is often used to manipulate public opinion, incite fear or anger, and undermine the credibility or reputation of the target.
A magician/illusionist His forte was escaping from confinement by locks, handcuffs, bonding etc. Some tricks had imposed time limits as they were under water or in dangerous locations In later live he took on the avocation of discrediting spiritualists.