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Propaganda of the deed

Propaganda of the deed is a phrase usually used to describe a type of political action, where people try to get their message out through violent or extreme actions, such as bombings or attacks. Propaganda of the deed is usually used when people are frustrated with inaction by the government and want to take matters into their own hands and get people to take notice of the problem. The goal is to show people that a particular issue is serious and needs to be addressed.
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