We already know that social media makes it much easier for the Russian state to spread disinformation. That context helps explain the career of Paul Manafort, President Trump’s former campaign manager and longtime affiliate. But he says he did not work on behalf of the Russian state. Though Trump has said repeatedly that he has never invested in Russia, Russia has invested in him. Over many years, and long before he became president, Trump repeatedly praised Russia and its president.

Source: Washington Post March 26, 2017 23:37 UTC