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The militant group known as the Islamic State has used the Internet to spread propaganda messages and videos. Now, the State Department is fighting back with its own campaign.

Propaganda Wars

The militant group known as the Islamic State has used the Internet to spread propaganda messages and videos. Now, the State Department is fighting back with its own campaign.

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