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The evolution of propaganda further nuances the discussion on societal belief systems. The advent of social media has drastically modified how information is disseminated and consumed. In the past, limited access to diverse media would have produced environments rife for propaganda to flourish unchallenged. The claim posits that, in such restricted circumstances, even intelligent societies could be led to believe in various conspiracies, revealing how vulnerable populations are to orchestrated narratives.
Now, with the proliferation of platforms enabling free expression, opposing viewpoints can coexist, albeit in a sometimes chaotic environment. Whether this leads to greater enlightenment or deeper divides in society remains an open question.