US report: Putin ordered effort to help Trump, hurt Clinton - McClatchy News

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Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered a hidden campaign to influence America's presidential election in favor of Donald Trump over Hillary Clinton, U.S. intelligence agencies declared Friday in the government's first formal allegation supporting sensational claims that Trump and his supporters have staunchly resisted.
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"Russia's goals were to undermine public faith in the U.S. democratic process, denigrate Secretary Clinton and harm her electability and potential presidency," it said. "We further assess Putin and the Russian government developed a clear preference for President-elect Trump."

Putin most likely wanted to discredit Clinton because he blames her for inciting mass protests against his regime in late 2011 and early 2012, and because he resents her for disparaging comments she has made about him, the report said. It said the Russian effort was the "boldest yet" intended to affect a U.S. election. - McClatchy DC

Russia's goals have been fulfilled by Joe and Jane Hoodwinked American Voter.

Be sure to thank those you know.

[radical noodle]

1. I think it's more like

Putin thought he could get Trump to do whatever he wanted. All the Russian connections in this election are mind boggling.

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3. Want to be amazed? Look at where the Kremlin's fake news stories ended up.

Where have you seen these RT headlines before?
http://www.democraticunderground.com/10028439946

This isn't my assessment. This is the assessment of the CIA, FBI, & NSA. Today!

[radical noodle]

4. Trump

Flynn. Facebook. Twitter. The Enquirer. DU, unfortunately. They knew and they were ready with their talking points.

[UncleTomsEvilBrother]

2. House of Cards

I would not be surprised if we soon found out that this traces itself right back to T/rump himself. I think Pence may already suspect it.

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5. K&R