The linguistic application of power is demonstrated using the book 1984 by George Orwell, specifically in the form of Newspeak. This sites explores that aspect, though coming to some differing and incorrect conclusions about how it applies to the politics of today. It is insightful in terms of the repercussions of the Patriot Act and the infringement of civil liberties, but is misguided in terms of how progressive movements affect civil liberties.