[9급 지방직 영어 2022년 19번]

One of the most frequently used propaganda techniques is to convince the public that the propagandist’s views reflect those of the common person and that he or she is working in their best interests. A politician speaking to a blue-collar audience may roll up his sleeves, undo his tie, and attempt to use the specific idioms of the crowd. He may even use language incorrectly on purpose to give the impression that he is “just one of the folks.” This technique usually also employs the use of glittering generalities to give the impression that the politician’s views are the same as those of the crowd being addressed. Labor leaders, businesspeople, ministers, educators, and advertisers have used this technique to win our confidence by appearing to be ______________________________.