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Putin and The Age of The Strongman, with Gideon Rachman

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Manipulation of Truth in the Age of Strongman Leaders

This chapter explores how strongman leaders like Putin and Trump manipulate truth and create alternate realities through social media. It highlights the role of misinformation and 'fake news' in supporting authoritarian regimes and rallying loyal supporters.

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