The Jordan Harbinger Show 681: Bill Browder | Surviving Vladimir Putin's Wrath
Jun 7, 2022
Bill Browder, former largest foreign investor in Russia and author of 'Red Notice,' shares gripping tales of his confrontations with Vladimir Putin's regime. He discusses the harrowing power of disinformation and how a timely tweet during his arrest potentially saved his life. Browder dives into the creation of the Magnitsky Act, designed to sanction human rights violators, and explores the Kremlin's manipulation of narratives surrounding corruption. He also reflects on Putin's motivations for the current conflict in Ukraine and the global response to authoritarianism.
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Disinformation Goals
- Russian disinformation aims to create doubt, not necessarily convince.
- This tactic, used against Browder and in the Ukraine war narrative, muddies the waters and undermines credible information.
Arrest in Spain
- Bill Browder was arrested in Spain on a Russian Interpol warrant after giving testimony on money laundering connected to the Magnitsky case.
- He tweeted his arrest, alerting journalists and authorities, leading to his release after a few hours.
Interpol Weaponized
- Putin uses Interpol red notices to pursue his enemies, highlighting Interpol's vulnerability to abuse by authoritarian regimes.
- Browder's case demonstrates how Interpol can be weaponized against those who expose government corruption.
