Kijŏng-dong

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The DMZ (de-militarized zone) is the latest front of the cold war. It separates Communist North Korea and capitalist South Korea. It has become somewhat of a tourist destination as it is the closest any non North Korean can go to North Korea; it is difficult even for anyone to get in the country. North Korea is somewhat known for its propaganda as the country does not allow it's citizens internet access, western television, free speech or free press, the only media in North Korea is government sponsored propaganda. However, for a county with no Internet access unless you are a high ranking official in the government, it is scary to know they hacked into South Korean and United State's government websites. While North Korea did not get any private information, the attacks were called "distributed denial of service". This shocked many people, considering North Korea's Official Website looks like it was made in Dream Weaver and my 13 year old cousin could make a more interesting website. Their official website is another example of North Korean Propaganda. North Korea's propaganda basically brainwashes the public and makes them believe that Kim Jong Il is their god and that any problems they have were caused by America. For example most North Korean's believe the reason they do not have enough food or other necessities is because of the United States and that we are Imperialist aggressors. They do not allow any music that is not North Korean; for example North Koreans do not have or even know about different styles of music such as Jazz, Rock & Roll, Hip-Hop, R&B, Electronic, Reggae, Country, Pop, Alternative, Indie, Techno, basically almost any genre or other sub-genre of music heard throughout the world can not be found in North Korea. It is considered rude to North Koreans if you do not bow to statues of "the great leader" or his father. North Korean's call Kijong-dong "peace village" meanwhile other people around the world who are not brainwashed call it "Propaganda Village" because it is right next to the DMZ so it can be seen by south koreans and other tourist; the village has large tall (by North Korean standards) buildings and roads yet, no one lives in this village. While some citizens are dying because lack of necessary needs like food and water, North Korea spent money to built this city just to try and show capitalist the bright side of communism.

 

