The Threat of Russia's Disinformation Effort

Dr. Todd C. Helmus talks about Russia’s disinformation campaign and the violent extremism pursued by terror organizations and individuals. What threat does Russia’s disinformation effort pose to national security? How can it affect us in day to day interactions and among different sectors of society? What can we learn from it? What are the most effective methods to counter the phenomenon? To what extent can states blunt the incentive of those who are drawn to violent extremism? Can we identify and track lone wolf terror activity?