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This document discusses the cultural activism of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) from 1968-1982. During this revolutionary period, the PLO invested in various cultural spheres like media, film, artwork and music to promote a Palestinian-centric liberation aesthetic. The PLO used popular culture to enhance its image, create visibility for Palestinians, and mobilize grassroots support. This cultural activism combined representing Palestinian identity with armed struggle and turned global attention

Author

Ben Douglas

Language

EN