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Propaganda in Schools

Radio Meduza

Propaganda in history textbooks for middle school. We break down how the authorities are ideologically indoctrinating young Russians

History textbooks even for middle school in Russia are now heavily politicized. Editions for grades 5–9, like textbooks for high school, are aimed at shaping in children a viewpoint loyal to the state.

Mistakes and controversial points are covered weakly or kept silent about. How exactly are the authorities distorting history? And why is propaganda in textbooks dangerous? Listen to Meduza’s breakdown. You can read the text here.

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