But it wasn't until 2005 that the George W. Bush administration signed the "Stop Government Propaganda Now" bill into law. Propagandists use a variety of techniques to communicate messages and influence others. What's more, posters were effective: Most people remember pictures more clearly than words. Only after studying all of the key components of a piece of propaganda (such as who's paying for the message, which organization or person created the message, and what words and images are working to play on your sentiments and sympathies) can a person sincerely make an informed decision about whether the message is true or has a covert agenda. Often, this technique is utilized to divert attention when someone is trying to avoid answering a question or providing hard facts. Today, political propaganda is commonly used to recruit and retain voters via a seemingly endless stream of television commercials. Many other propaganda methods exist, but they subsist on the same basic principles as the ones listed above: Manipulate the message to portray an issue or person in the most favorable light possible, and, when necessary, make the opposing side look shabby in comparison. Often, these messages are referred to as propaganda, a term used commonly to describe deceptive persuasive techniques. Julius Caesar is said to have penned the "Gallic Wars" for the express purpose of furthering his career, increasing his power and broadening his reputation. One of the main purposes of World War II propaganda was to encourage military enlistment, such as the famous "I Want You!" The bill requires all audio and printed press communication releases to state clearly the government agency that funded its creation and dissemination. Many other propaganda methods exist, but they subsist on the same basic principles as the ones listed above: Manipulate the message to portray an issue or person in the most favorable light possible, and, when necessary, make the opposing side look shabby in comparison. The Bible recounts the story of how an Assyrian King used fear propaganda in an effort to persuade the Kingdom of Judah to surrender to him. Card stacking is the presentation of only the details, statistics and other information that impacts public opinion positively. The entities behind these messages all have the same idea in mind: Convince the audience to agree with the message presented and adopt it as their own belief, thus rejecting the viewpoints of the "other" side.