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What does Orwell mean when he says Squealer can "turn black into white"?

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Orwell suggests that Squealer is persuasive through the description of his appearance and actions. The others said of Squealer that he could turn black into white. This description suggests that Squealer is capable of persuading anyone of anything, a skill Napoleon puts to good use.
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