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Theme Of Abuse Of Power In Animal Farm
In many cases, throughout history, there have been many times where power was abused or corruption was present. This is clearly visible in “Animal Farm” as the pigs claim power and quickly show abusive tendencies and take total control of the farm. This is one of the first dangers that Orwell clearly notifies us about which is the abuse of power. The next warning that Orwell reveals to is in the form of propaganda which a pig name squealer uses quite well. He uses propaganda to help solidify Napoleon's status as a leader while also using it to cover up the disappearance of some food. Squealer states “Milk and apples contain substances absolutely necessary to the well-being of pigs. We pigs are brainworkers.... It is for your sake that

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