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1/9 Copying nazis once again: the '60 to 40 method' disinformation agents have been activated by russia. Image
2/9 Have you observed that individuals, both russian and non-russian, whom you believed were against Putin and his war and supported Ukraine, have recently begun advocating for forced negotiations that favor russia's position? Image
3/9 This has a specific cause. russia is once again emulating Nazi Germany by employing the so-called '40 to 60' disinformation method, originally developed by Goebbels. Image
4/9 This method involves producing media that allocates 60 percent of its content in favor of the enemy's interests. Subsequently, having gained their trust through this approach, the remaining 40 percent is utilized for highly impactful disinformation. Image
5/9 russia has the capability to enlist individuals who appear to be from the opposition, as well as other people, to execute this method using skillful mental gymnastics and effective communication techniques. This approach has proven to be highly effective. Image
6/9 There have been many instances of a shift in rhetoric by individuals who were perceived to be supporting Ukraine. Some of them purposefully employ the 40 to 60 method, while others are simply russian imperialists who happen to be opposed to Putin. Some are just opportunists. Image
7/9 russia consistently launches new disinformation campaigns against the West, employing various methods. The '40 to 60' method is just one of these tactics, yet it proves to be highly effective due to its reliance on trust. Image
8/9 These campaigns have been remarkably successful in causing many to overlook russia's initial lies and the origins of the war, as well as the significant setbacks experienced by russia in the invasion thus far. Image
P.S. I am not suggesting that the individuals in the pictures are russian disinformation agents or intentionally use the 60 to 40 method. However, their recent shift in rhetoric aligns with the pattern discussed in the thread.

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1/7 🇨🇳 china hawks fell for it again.

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The ”pivot to Asia” he promised? It’s a scam.

Here’s how Trump is actually helping china while pretending to confront it: Image
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They have alienated key allies like South Korea and Japan, who are essential to defending Taiwan Image
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1/7 The Master of Gaslighting: Elon Musk is launching a new political party.

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Now they want to take over the whole house Image
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He overdramatized the election, called Trump ”America’s last chance,” and helped push him back into power.

Now he’s pretending to oppose the uniparty? Please.

Don’t let this massive scammer gaslight you! Image
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Now that they’ve extracted what they need, they’re done with him—and they’re planning for 2028 Image
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Buckle up: the list is long and far from exhaustive Image
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Trump told russian officials in the Oval Office that firing Comey relieved great pressure Image
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1/6 china has a lot of Ukrainian blood on its hands.

china is the reason russia can keep bombing Ukraine every night.

While Europe hesitates and Trump sides with Moscow, Beijing is bankrolling, supplying, and sustaining this war.

It’s high time we stop pretending otherwise Image
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It’s high time we face that head-on Image
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1/6 Important fact:

Jake Sullivan did far more for Ukraine than the entire Trump administration—and its supporters—combined.

- Biden/Sullivan: $54.2B in security aid to Ukraine
- Trump: $0 Image
2/6 Jake Sullivan was far from perfect. But let’s be honest:

He did far more for Ukraine than anyone in the Trump administration—and anyone supporting it.

Results matter more than rumors, rhetoric, or vibes.

- Under Biden and Sullivan: $54.2B in security aid
- Under Trump: $0 Image
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✅ No talk of stopping aid
✅ No pressure on Ukraine to accept a bad deal
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