Nov. 11 Cult of Personality

A cult of personality arises when an individual uses mass media, propaganda, or other methods, to create an idealized, heroic, and at times, god-like public image, often through unquestioning flattery and praise.

 Many advertising agencies attempt to create a cult of personality for products. Also, celebrities also may reach the heights of a cult of personality. And obviously, world leaders may also develop a cult of personality through propaganda.


In what ways is a cult of personality good? How can it be bad?