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Michael G. Mullen: “Yes. Al Qaeda and associated Violent Extremist Organizations (VEOs) aggressively use the Internet to disseminate their…”

On the recordFebruary 16, 2011
Yes. Al Qaeda and associated Violent Extremist Organizations (VEOs) aggressively use the Internet to disseminate their ideology and propaganda; to radicalize, recruit, and mobilize new members; to coordinate operations; and, to generate and distribute funds.
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Michael G. Mullen

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Mullen discusses the cyber capabilities of terrorist organizations.

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