The article explores how rulers in authoritarian societies, particularly in North Korea, manipulate collective memory to legitimize their hold on power. By analyzing New Year statements from 1946 to 2019, the study focuses on how specific aspects of the past, such as the 'Chollima Work Team' within the 'Chollima Movement,' are portrayed in political discourse to shape the everyday lives of North Koreans. The research sheds light on the propagandistic tools used by North Korean rulers for mobilization over time.
Lee, Junhyoung. "Collective Memory and Everyday Politics in North Korea: A Qualitative Text Analysis of New Year Statements, 1946–2019." Asian Studies Review (2023).