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Letter: Learn how you are manipulated

By Steve Engard, Ridgefield
Published: November 7, 2020, 6:00am

I have come across a couple sources of useful information that I thought people might find interesting. The information is in easy-to-follow and understand format. They both deal with modern technology and how it is being used to manipulate our behavior. You may be well aware of what has been happening in the last 16 to 20 years, but this information is laid out so nicely that it is well worth looking into.

First source is a 2018 book by Clint Watts, titled “Messing with the Enemy.” Second is a Netflix documentary titled,”The Social Dilemma.”

I would not have bothered any of you with this, if I did not think that you would enjoy this information and get something helpful out of it.

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