Seven Quick Indicators of Disinformation

This list is a rough approximation of "Signs of Disinformation" from Russ Dizdar's podcast from 2014-07-07 (yes a year ago not a mistype). I think we all need to look at this list and think real hard on the various "fringe" conspiracy sites that dribble (mis)information as a self check. I know I do.

1. Seems like info is a secret or semi secret
2. Details but not enough to nail anything down
3. Comes in pieces
4. Leads to looking in wrong direction
5. Leads to old/uncollaborated info
6. Keeps you running in circles
7. Leads you to a trap to set you up (discrediting, using you as a dupe, worse)

I won't name names of sites or "ministries", but I've been into the conspiracy game since I was 18. I've seen a lot during that time. Some popular sites / people immediately came to mind when reading this.

BTW, the picture above comes from the book, Disinformation: Former Spy Chief Reveals Secret Strategies for Undermining Freedom, Attacking Religion, and Promoting Terrorism