Chinese Communist Party's Use of Social Media for Psychological Warfare

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
The Chinese Communist Party is using social media like TikTok and Hollywood to target vulnerable young consumers in the United States, according to Peter Schweizer's book 'Blood Money.' Celebrities and institutions have been promoting the app, unaware or ambivalent of its ties to the CCP. Chinese military officials see apps like TikTok as tools for psychological warfare against the West.

Key Points

  • Chinese military officials view apps like TikTok as tools for psychological warfare against the West
  • Celebrities and institutions have promoted TikTok without fully understanding its ties to the Chinese Communist Party
  • Chinese psychological warfare specialists target young Americans through entertainment and social media

Pros

  • Reveals how the Chinese Communist Party is using social media to target American consumers
  • Raises awareness about the potential influence of Chinese propaganda through popular culture

Cons

  • Raises concerns about the extent of Chinese influence on American culture and politics
  • Highlights the lack of awareness or concern among celebrities and institutions promoting CCP-linked apps