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There is no doubt that the underlying connection between all three of the pieces, Wests "Power," Bergers "Ways of Seeing," and Focault's "Panopticism," is power; however, the way that each one of them describes it meaning to society are vastly apart, or is it? West appears to liken power to having complete rule over everyone as displayed by representing him as ruler aided with his immense fame. Berger focuses not on the power of people, but on the power of an image. He shows the reader the power lies within the orginial of something, not a camera recreation. So can we then say that since West always appears behind a camera that his power is somewhat lessened, or mystified? Finally, Focault explains power in a way that summarizes both concepts in the other two pieces, by explaining to his audience that power lies within seeing, but its how you "see" something is the key. He elaborates on the panopticon as a form of discipline and punishment that allows for effective control with minimal effort. This could be likened to both other works by the music video and priceless works of art both were the creation of one, and capture the attention of many more.