"I don't think we have wrapped our heads around how much technology has allowed the manipulation of individuals and democracies." — Maria Ressa

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I don't think we have wrapped our heads around how much technology has allowed the manipulation of individuals and democracies.

- Maria Ressa

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I don't think we have wrapped our heads around how much technology has allowed the manipulation of individuals and democracies.