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With Trump as America's tsar and Musk at his side, Starmer must now look to Europe | Jonathan Freedland

Steve Bannon's tactic of overwhelming audiences with multiple outrages is exemplified by Trump's ongoing controversial activities and Musk's involvement in UK affairs.

Leo Wise Buries Bill Barr with Six Year Sentencing Recommendation - emptywheel

Leo Wise seeks six years for Alexander Smirnov for tax evasion and false claims against Joe Biden, showcasing political manipulation around bribery allegations.
#democracy

Journalists explain legislative procedure

Journalism must demystify legislative rules to protect democratic norms and ensure accountability.

The Republican and Democratic parties are killing electoral reform across the US | David Daley

Deceptive tactics by Ohio Republicans caused voters to reject redistricting reform, showcasing manipulation in democracy.

Journalists explain legislative procedure

Journalism must demystify legislative rules to protect democratic norms and ensure accountability.

The Republican and Democratic parties are killing electoral reform across the US | David Daley

Deceptive tactics by Ohio Republicans caused voters to reject redistricting reform, showcasing manipulation in democracy.
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#elections

Hacktivism is on the ballot: Defending democracy in the 2024 election

Hacktivism poses a significant threat to democratic elections, especially with forthcoming campaigns in 2024.

Romania: Pro-Georgescu videos linked to mysterious Polish 'influencer agency'

A foreign influence operation significantly impacted the Romanian presidential election, raising serious concerns about democratic integrity in the country.

Hacktivism is on the ballot: Defending democracy in the 2024 election

Hacktivism poses a significant threat to democratic elections, especially with forthcoming campaigns in 2024.

Romania: Pro-Georgescu videos linked to mysterious Polish 'influencer agency'

A foreign influence operation significantly impacted the Romanian presidential election, raising serious concerns about democratic integrity in the country.
moreelections

The Israeli settlers preparing to move to Gaza podcast

Conditions in northern Gaza are critical with healthcare and supplies diminishing amidst a military offensive, while settlers eye potential land takeover.
#disinformation

Microsoft says Russia's election interference efforts have pivoted to Harris and Walz

Russia is using disinformation tactics to target Vice President Harris as the U.S. election approaches, aiming to influence voter perceptions.

Fake Russian news site falsely claimed Kamala Harris was in hit-and-run accident

Russian surrogates are using fabricated videos to discredit political figures in the US elections, particularly targeting Vice President Harris.

Deceptive 'Pro-Harris' Manifesto Tied To Pro-Trump Group

'Progress 2028' is a misleading initiative backed by a dark money group, aimed at distorting Kamala Harris's political stance and undermining her support.

Fake Kamala Harris hit-and-run video traced to Russian troll farm

Disinformation campaigns are increasingly sophisticated, targeting political figures like Kamala Harris, affecting public opinion ahead of elections.

This Chinese disinformation group is zeroing in on the 2024 U.S. election

Disinformation campaigns on social media, particularly from Chinese actors, seek to manipulate U.S. political discourse ahead of elections.

Russia spread hurricane disinformation after Helene, Milton in an effort to undermine American leadership

Russian state media exploits legitimate concerns about U.S. disaster recovery to portray American leaders as incompetent and corrupt.

Microsoft says Russia's election interference efforts have pivoted to Harris and Walz

Russia is using disinformation tactics to target Vice President Harris as the U.S. election approaches, aiming to influence voter perceptions.

Fake Russian news site falsely claimed Kamala Harris was in hit-and-run accident

Russian surrogates are using fabricated videos to discredit political figures in the US elections, particularly targeting Vice President Harris.

Deceptive 'Pro-Harris' Manifesto Tied To Pro-Trump Group

'Progress 2028' is a misleading initiative backed by a dark money group, aimed at distorting Kamala Harris's political stance and undermining her support.

Fake Kamala Harris hit-and-run video traced to Russian troll farm

Disinformation campaigns are increasingly sophisticated, targeting political figures like Kamala Harris, affecting public opinion ahead of elections.

This Chinese disinformation group is zeroing in on the 2024 U.S. election

Disinformation campaigns on social media, particularly from Chinese actors, seek to manipulate U.S. political discourse ahead of elections.

Russia spread hurricane disinformation after Helene, Milton in an effort to undermine American leadership

Russian state media exploits legitimate concerns about U.S. disaster recovery to portray American leaders as incompetent and corrupt.
moredisinformation

Cash, Kidnappings and Luxury Resorts: A Formula for Power in Modi's India

Resort politics in India involves manipulating lawmakers through kidnapping and isolation to influence state governance.

Why Freedom and Love Are the Only True Paths to Autonomy

Modern society exemplifies Deleuze's 'control society' through technology and media that manipulate behaviors and perceptions while fostering a false sense of autonomy.
#misinformation-campaign

3 U.S. Intelligence Agencies Warn of Election Interference Efforts by Russia and Iran

Russia is intensifying efforts to undermine confidence in the U.S. election through misinformation on social media.

MAGA Uses AI to Invent Pictures of Trump With Black People

AI-generated images used by MAGA influencers to fabricate support from Black voters.
Social media users were misled by AI-spun imagery portraying Trump interacting positively with Black individuals.

3 U.S. Intelligence Agencies Warn of Election Interference Efforts by Russia and Iran

Russia is intensifying efforts to undermine confidence in the U.S. election through misinformation on social media.

MAGA Uses AI to Invent Pictures of Trump With Black People

AI-generated images used by MAGA influencers to fabricate support from Black voters.
Social media users were misled by AI-spun imagery portraying Trump interacting positively with Black individuals.
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#misinformation

Elon Musk Wants You to Think This Election's Being Stolen

Elon Musk's acquisition of X has turned it into a political weapon for misinformation, especially surrounding election fraud.

Dizzying Deepfakes and Personalized Propaganda: Welcome to the AI Election

AI-generated content is making it difficult to distinguish between reality and fabrication, raising trust issues in the information we consume.

Americans point finger at politicians on misinformation threat

Politicians spreading misinformation is currently seen as a bigger threat than foreign interference or AI, eroding trust in the political process.

The Russian Propaganda Attack on America

Financial manipulation is increasingly being used in place of traditional espionage methods to influence American politics.

As those hit by Hurricane Helene work to recover, misinformation metastasizes - Poynter

Misinformation and AI-generated content are creating confusion and hindering recovery efforts for Hurricane Helene victims.

Elon Musk Wants You to Think This Election's Being Stolen

Elon Musk's acquisition of X has turned it into a political weapon for misinformation, especially surrounding election fraud.

Dizzying Deepfakes and Personalized Propaganda: Welcome to the AI Election

AI-generated content is making it difficult to distinguish between reality and fabrication, raising trust issues in the information we consume.

Americans point finger at politicians on misinformation threat

Politicians spreading misinformation is currently seen as a bigger threat than foreign interference or AI, eroding trust in the political process.

The Russian Propaganda Attack on America

Financial manipulation is increasingly being used in place of traditional espionage methods to influence American politics.

As those hit by Hurricane Helene work to recover, misinformation metastasizes - Poynter

Misinformation and AI-generated content are creating confusion and hindering recovery efforts for Hurricane Helene victims.
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The Media Started Capitulating to Trump with Russia Russia Russia - emptywheel

Media has failed to hold Trump accountable, focusing on other topics instead.
#judicial-ethics

Trump Cites Litany of Misleading Claims After the Verdict

Former President Trump dismissed his conviction, accused political manipulation, and exaggerated claims about the case.

North Carolina GOP Files Ethics Complaint Over Description of Its Abortion Views

The ethics complaint against Justice Allison Riggs centers on her campaign statements about reproductive rights, raising questions about partisan motivations.

Trump Cites Litany of Misleading Claims After the Verdict

Former President Trump dismissed his conviction, accused political manipulation, and exaggerated claims about the case.

North Carolina GOP Files Ethics Complaint Over Description of Its Abortion Views

The ethics complaint against Justice Allison Riggs centers on her campaign statements about reproductive rights, raising questions about partisan motivations.
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Sarah Jaffe: No one wants to admit they're rich or poor. Everyone wants to think of themselves as middle class'

Work is romanticized, obscuring labor exploitation and evolving class dynamics.
The working class is now heavily influenced by immigrant labor, not just traditional definitions.
Politicians often use class identities to mislead voters regarding their true socioeconomic status.

Elon Musk is trying to buy the US election for Donald Trump. What does he want in return? | Arwa Mahdawi

Elon Musk is employing controversial financial tactics through his PAC to influence the upcoming election.

Autocracy Is in the Details

Autocrats use outrageous claims to test loyalty and manipulate public perception, showcasing how absurdity plays a key role in autocratic governance.
#donald-trump

Trump Blurts Out Corrupt Plan to 'Straighten Out Our Press' by Extorting Owners

Trump targets perceived obstacles to power by labeling them as criminals, leveraging his influence to intimidate opponents.

The Laura Loomer Problem Is the Same as the Vladimir Putin Problem - emptywheel

Trump's association with controversial figures like Laura Loomer could harm his presidential campaign.

The Value of Alliances in Washington

Trump is normalizing the idea that courts can be politicized and manipulated.
The recent global dynamics around prisoner swaps reveal complex ethical dilemmas.

Trump Blurts Out Corrupt Plan to 'Straighten Out Our Press' by Extorting Owners

Trump targets perceived obstacles to power by labeling them as criminals, leveraging his influence to intimidate opponents.

The Laura Loomer Problem Is the Same as the Vladimir Putin Problem - emptywheel

Trump's association with controversial figures like Laura Loomer could harm his presidential campaign.

The Value of Alliances in Washington

Trump is normalizing the idea that courts can be politicized and manipulated.
The recent global dynamics around prisoner swaps reveal complex ethical dilemmas.
moredonald-trump

Do not believe the Syrian regime's promises of amnesty

Bashar al-Assad's amnesty decrees do not guarantee safe returns for Syrians and primarily serve to manipulate international perception.
#election-integrity

Filing in Trump Case Reveals Notable Rift with Pence Over 2020 Election Loss Rejection

Trump pressured Pence in a bid to overturn the 2020 election results, showcasing manipulative tactics before the Capitol unrest.

There's a danger that the US supreme court, not voters, picks the next president | David Daley

Multiple scenarios exist that could lead to a repeat of the electoral chaos seen in Bush v Gore, particularly with a conservative U.S. Supreme Court.

Network of Georgia election officials strategizing to undermine 2024 result

Coordinated efforts among Georgia election officials reveal a strategy to promote election denial before elections take place.

'Cheap fake' videos, and the phrase itself, take 2024 election's center stage - Poynter

Misleading videos called cheap fakes flood social media, aiming to undermine Biden's reputation. Trump's campaign twists narratives to fit their agenda.

Filing in Trump Case Reveals Notable Rift with Pence Over 2020 Election Loss Rejection

Trump pressured Pence in a bid to overturn the 2020 election results, showcasing manipulative tactics before the Capitol unrest.

There's a danger that the US supreme court, not voters, picks the next president | David Daley

Multiple scenarios exist that could lead to a repeat of the electoral chaos seen in Bush v Gore, particularly with a conservative U.S. Supreme Court.

Network of Georgia election officials strategizing to undermine 2024 result

Coordinated efforts among Georgia election officials reveal a strategy to promote election denial before elections take place.

'Cheap fake' videos, and the phrase itself, take 2024 election's center stage - Poynter

Misleading videos called cheap fakes flood social media, aiming to undermine Biden's reputation. Trump's campaign twists narratives to fit their agenda.
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The Other Problematic Subject Trump Hid - emptywheel

Trump's campaign used the Arlington Cemetery incident to distract from more serious political issues, flipping narratives to position Trump as a victim.

Defense in Artiles election conspiracy trial portrays ghost candidate as scam artist

The trial revolves around accusations of manipulation and fraudulent activity in the Florida Senate election involving ghost candidates.

2 Republican States May Manipulate Electoral College Outcome to Favor Trump

The Electoral College system disproportionately benefits smaller states, allowing candidates to win without the popular vote.
State legislatures can manipulate electors' distribution, influencing election outcomes.

Georgia Attorney General Says Election Board Is Operating Outside Its Authority

Georgia State Election Board faces legal scrutiny over new election rules, seen as exceeding authority and potentially favoring specific political interests.

Premium Content: How AI could take over elections - and undermine democracy

AI language models could potentially manipulate voter behavior.

'Evangelicals for Harris' Is Astroturf

Activist organizations significantly influence the Democratic Party, often disguised as grassroots movements.

Op-ed | City Council has made mockery of advice and consent' in Mastro nomination | amNewYork

The City Council mishandled Randy Mastro's confirmation hearing, focusing on political motives rather than his qualifications and public service.

This Leader Died 100 Years Ago This Year But Has Not Decayed

Lenin's preserved body symbolizes the manipulation of political legacy for power and authority.

DOJ: Russia Aimed Propaganda at Gamers, Minorities to Swing 2024 Election

The campaign aimed to manipulate societal divisions in the US to support Trump and undermine focus on international issues.

Thugs hijacked Southport and families' grief, MP says

Thugs used children's deaths for political gain, leading to violence in Southport.

Let's Knock Off the 25th Amendment Talk

Both parties distorted the 25th Amendment for political gain, undermining its true purpose of transferring power when a president is incapacitated.
The 25th Amendment was enacted to address a scenario like President Kennedy being alive but comatose, highlighting the need for a clear process during presidential incapacitation.

JUST IN: Biden Exerts Executive Privilege to Block Release of Audio from Documents Interview With Robert Hur

President Biden has exerted executive privilege to prevent the release of audio recordings of his interview with Special Counsel Robert Hur.
#ai-technology

How a fake, 10-second recording briefly upended New York politics

AI-generated deepfake audio is being used as a tool for political manipulation in the 2024 election year.
Law enforcement officials and AI experts are alarmed by the potential for widespread dissemination of misinformation in elections.

Inceptionism' and Balenciaga popes: a brief history of deepfakes

Deepfakes by AI and numerous polls make 2024 elections unique concerns.
Potential for highly disruptive technology with important elections around the world.

How a fake, 10-second recording briefly upended New York politics

AI-generated deepfake audio is being used as a tool for political manipulation in the 2024 election year.
Law enforcement officials and AI experts are alarmed by the potential for widespread dissemination of misinformation in elections.

Inceptionism' and Balenciaga popes: a brief history of deepfakes

Deepfakes by AI and numerous polls make 2024 elections unique concerns.
Potential for highly disruptive technology with important elections around the world.
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Disinformation on steroids': is the US prepared for AI's influence on the election?

AI-generated deepfake calls targeted New Hampshire voters posing as President Joe Biden, raising concerns about AI interference in elections.
Various countries like Slovakia, Indonesia, and India have already experienced AI manipulation in politics, indicating a need for regulatory frameworks in the US.

Deepfakes Will Break Democracy | The Walrus

The rise of deepfake campaigns in political elections can lead to apathy among voters due to misinformation.
Generative artificial intelligence is being used to manipulate public perception and sway election outcomes.

How the Kremlin weaponized Russian history and has used it to justify the war in Ukraine

Russian authorities use history for political goals, magnifying victories and suppressing contradictory voices.
Putin's lecture to Tucker Carlson highlighted how history is a powerful tool in Russian politics.

Biden's deepfake dodge to keep Hur interview secret reveals his war on truth

Voter manipulation through deepfake technology poses a significant threat to political narratives and investigations.

You'll Never Forget the Things You See in Green Border

The film 'Green Border' directed by Agnieszka Holland portrays raw human behavior in a refugee drama set in the Belarus-Poland border zone, utilizing black and white to convey a timeless quality.

Here's What The New Trump-MAGA Cheapfake Attack On Biden Doesn't Show You But Full Video Does

The article clarifies a misleading video claiming Obama guided Biden offstage, highlighting a normal interaction between the two at a fundraiser event.
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