James Clapper actually said...

The first objective of the Russians was to sow doubt, discord and discontent in this country and they have succeeded to a fairly well capitalizing and exploiting the polarization and divisiveness in this country.

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Clapper explains the goals of Russian interference in the U.S. elections and its ongoing effects.

12/16/2018

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