JosephMennFeb 22, 2023
Russian propagandists are buying Twitter’s new blue checks, giving their lies about Ukraine more prominence. A dozen are tweeting in English, reaching millions. Gift link: https://wapo.st/3m2enaY
Russian propagandists are buying Twitter blue-check verifications

As the Ukraine war enters its second year, the presence of accounts pushing Russian propaganda on Twitter has skyrocketed.

The Washington Post
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So Twitter continues its descent into an outright RW disinformation tool and people will continue to stay there, ensuring it’s survival.

Feb 22, 2023 at 6:04pmWeb