Fighting Russian Disinformation - Win on the Battlefield to Win in the Information Spaces
Table of Contents 📖
| Topic ID | Topic Title | Timestamp |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hello Team | 00:00-00:09⏩ |
| 2 | The Challenge of Russian Disinformation | 00:09-01:31⏩ |
| 3 | The Importance of Epistemic Security | 01:31-02:07⏩ |
| 4 | The Need for Counter-Narratives and Support | 02:07-02:55⏩ |
| 5 | Wrap Up | 02:55-end |
"We can't hope to defeat the Internet Research Agency in St. Petersburg. We can't hope to defeat the troll factories of Russia if we can't win on the battlefields."
Hello Team
🎦 00:00-00:09⏩
Jonathan highlights the importance of winning on the Ukrainian battlefields as a prerequisite for winning in the information spaces. He believes defeating Russian disinformation requires a multifaceted approach.
The Challenge of Russian Disinformation
🎦 00:09-01:31⏩
Jonathan argues that combating Russia's disinformation campaign, including its troll farms and propaganda outlets, is crucial, but challenging without a victory in Ukraine. He expresses frustration with individuals like Tucker Carlson for echoing Russian talking points and American politicians for seemingly acting on behalf of Russian interests. Jonathan emphasizes the importance of combating disinformation and advocating for truth and accuracy in the information space.
The Importance of Epistemic Security
🎦 01:31-02:07⏩
Jonathan introduces the concept of "epistemic security," emphasizing the need to secure truth and facts in a world where disinformation has blurred the lines between reality and fabrication. He uses the analogy of a "Kremlin smoke machine" to illustrate how Russia's disinformation campaigns obscure the truth, necessitating efforts to "clear the air."
The Need for Counter-Narratives and Support
🎦 02:07-02:55⏩
Jonathan acknowledges the lack of organised efforts to counter Russian disinformation campaigns with positive narratives. He highlights the dire situation in Avdiivka, noting the heavy losses suffered by Ukrainians and the pervasive presence of Russian trolls on social media platforms like Twitter. Jonathan questions the adequacy of current responses to these challenges and emphasizes the need for more effective measures.
Wrap Up
🎦 02:55-end
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