Unmasking Propaganda: A Comparative Analysis of Masked and Causal Language Models
Propaganda detection is an essential task in natural language processing (NLP), particularly in the context of manipulative political communications. However, identifying specific propaganda techniques presents a significant challenge due to their often subtle nature and reliance on context, making them difficult to distinguish from legitimate persuasive language. Propaganda often involves highlighting certain facts while downplaying or ignoring others to create a desired perception....
Propaganda detection is an essential task in natural language processing (NLP), particularly in the context of manipulative political communications. However, identifying specific propaganda techniques presents a significant challenge due to their often subtle nature and reliance on context, making them difficult to distinguish from legitimate persuasive language. Propaganda often involves highlighting certain facts while downplaying or ignoring others to create a desired perception....