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Rick Wilson, Barbara McQuade & Carlos Lozada

Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast

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Manipulative Tactics in Politics and Social Media

Diving deep into the strategies of misinformation and disinformation utilized by political figures like Donald Trump, drawing parallels with historical propaganda methods to manipulate public opinion. Discussion on the need for social media regulation to curb issues like misinformation and manipulation, advocating for accountability measures without infringing on free speech rights. Analyzing the impact of conservative Supreme Court decisions and influence campaigns during the 2016 US presidential election, emphasizing the weaponization of disinformation and strategies to combat foreign interference.

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