Committee on Public Information

The Committee on Public Information (CPI) was a U.S. government agency established during World War I in 1917. Its main role was to shape public opinion and promote support for the war effort through propaganda. The CPI used various media, including posters, films, and speeches, to encourage patriotism, enlist soldiers, and sell war bonds. Led by journalist George Creel, the committee aimed to unite the American public behind the war while countering dissent. Although effective in rallying support, its methods raised concerns about free speech and the manipulation of information.