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Hacking, Disinformation, and the New Cold War with Russia

The Aspen Institute via YouTube

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Explore the complex dynamics of US-Russia relations in this 1 hour 28 minute panel discussion from The Aspen Institute. Delve into topics such as election meddling, sanctions, and military tensions as experts analyze the deteriorating relationship between the two nations. Gain insights from former US ambassador Michael McFaul, Senate Intelligence Committee co-chair Mark Warner, and Russian journalists Galina Timchenko and Alexey Kovalev as they discuss Putin's Russia, anti-corruption protests, and ongoing investigations into Russian cyberattacks. Examine the historical context of US-Russia relations, potential future scenarios, and Putin's role in disinformation campaigns. Explore the implications of the 2016 cyberattacks and their impact on American democracy. Learn about Russian propaganda techniques, the cyber army, and asymmetric warfare strategies. Understand the perspective from within Russia, including the role of media and trolling. Evaluate different policy approaches and strategies for dealing with Russia, and consider the potential outcomes of this new Cold War era.

Syllabus

Introduction
USRUSSIA RELATIONSHIP
WHY NOT HAVE A RESET
WHAT SHOULD THE AMERICAN PRESIDENT COME WITH
HUMAN RIGHTS
WHAT HAPPENED IN 2016
WHAT DID VLADIMIR Putin Want
WHAT DID VLADIMIR Putin Want
HOW DID THINGS GET SO BAD
WHAT COULD HAVE BEEN DONE DIFFERENT
Russian Propaganda
Intelligence Report
Russian Cyber Army
Spreading Fear
Asymmetric Warfare
The Trolls
The Media
Russian Trolling
How is this seen in Russia
Russian standup comedy
Russias reactive policy
Bad strategy
Best strategy
Putin is a tough guy
Who will win
Who will lose

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