The Role of Propaganda in Democracy: A Critical Analysis of Jacques Ellul’s Perspective In his essay, “Propaganda and Democracy,” Jacques Ellul asserts that propaganda has always existed in democratic societies, taking on different forms throughout history

please write a paragraph (5 sentences or more) and discuss the following question:
Jacques Ellul argues, “Historically, from the moment a democratic regime establishes itself, propaganda establishes itself alongside it under various forms” (232), in “Propaganda and Democracy.”
Why does Ellul argue that modern propaganda originates in democratic rather than totalitarian states? Explain.
Furthermore, what is propaganda’s ultimate aim, according to Ellul, and why does he believe that democratic propaganda will fail at achieving it?