A free weekly briefing that decodes the propaganda techniques embedded in political media — so you can think past the spin.
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A headline, a quote, a paragraph, or an article URL. PRISM analyzes the exact words you submit — it does not summarize or work from second-hand descriptions.
Across fifteen named propaganda methods — loaded language, transfer, false dichotomy, glittering generality, whataboutism — we mark exactly where each one lands and why it works on you.
Lead finding, the techniques in play, and what they're doing — each tied to a verbatim quote. A minute to read, cross-spectrum, delivered every week.
“invasion1 at the border threatens3 local infrastructure” — versus the same story filed as an “immigration surge2.”
“invasion”
Imports war framing onto a civilian story — the word carries Article IV §4 “Invasion Clause” weight that “surge” does not.
“invasion” vs. “surge”
The legal gravity of one word is borrowed to lend a civil story the authority of armed conflict.
“threatens”
Activates a threat schema, casting the reader as a party under attack before any evidence is given.
Each issue picks apart one news cycle, speech, or media moment — mapping the techniques before you can be moved by them.
Named propaganda methods — bandwagon, fear appeals, false dichotomies — identified in the text you submit.
Who benefits from this framing? What does the story omit? We trace the rhetorical structure from premise to conclusion.
We cover left, right, and center with identical methodology. The framework doesn't bend for any political team.
Every technique is tied to a verbatim line from the source text — so you can check the call yourself, not just take our word for it.
Each issue includes a plain-language explainer of the key technique. No assumed expertise.
Lead finding, evidence, implications — dense and scannable. Built to read in a minute, not to fill space.
Last Tuesday, three different cable networks used the phrase “invasion at the border” within the same 90-minute window. The word “invasion” is not accidental.
“Invasion” is a legal term carrying specific constitutional connotations — its political use activates a different cognitive frame than “immigration surge.” When media adopts executive-branch framing verbatim, the technique is Transfer: the authority of legal language is borrowed to legitimize a political characterization.
Feed it any headline, excerpt, or speech fragment — it maps the propaganda techniques and rhetorical structure in seconds, tying each one to a verbatim quote. When it can't read a source, it tells you instead of guessing. Powered by Claude Sonnet.
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Is this politically neutral?
The methodology applies identically regardless of political source. If we catch loaded language on the right, the same framework runs on the left the next issue. The analysis doesn't pick sides — it maps techniques.
Who writes the briefings?
Briefings are structured using a methodology drawn from propaganda studies, rhetorical analysis, and structured intelligence-analysis methodology. Each technique flagged is tied to a verbatim quote from the source — so you can see the reasoning, not just an opinion.
What exactly is PRISM?
PRISM is the AI-powered analysis engine. Paste any headline, speech excerpt, or article fragment and it returns a structured brief mapping the propaganda techniques in seconds. Powered by Claude Sonnet. 5 free queries per month, no credit card.
Can I cancel Pro anytime?
Yes. Cancel anytime, no questions asked. Access continues through the end of your billing period. We offer a full refund within 7 days of first purchase — email [email protected].
What topics do briefings cover?
Cable news narratives, political speeches, social media framing, geopolitical coverage, and electoral messaging — any domain where framing is being used to move public opinion.
Is PRISM output reliable?
PRISM is a research tool, not a verdict. Outputs are a structured starting point for your own analysis — not authoritative conclusions. Always verify claims against primary sources. AI outputs can be wrong.
Most media criticism focuses on whether a story is right or wrong. Stratalens focuses on how it's built — which techniques are used, who benefits from the framing, and what's been left out.
The methodology comes from propaganda studies, rhetorical analysis, and structured intelligence-analysis methodology. The output is readable in five minutes. The point is to show you the techniques in play so you can judge a source on the evidence.
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