Goldstein (Emmanuel Goldstein)

Emmanuel Goldstein is a fictional character from George Orwell's novel *1984*, representing a supposed enemy of the state in a totalitarian regime. He is portrayed as the leader of a rebellion against the Party, despite his actual existence being questionable. The Party uses Goldstein as a scapegoat to manipulate public fear and maintain control, often conducting "Two Minutes Hate" sessions where citizens express their anger towards him. He symbolizes how a government can create an enemy to unify and control the populace, illustrating themes of propaganda and political oppression in dystopian societies.