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Ron Johnson: “We have to respond very quickly. We have to counter with the…”

Featuring: Ron Johnson, Republican | U.S. Senate, Wisconsin

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Sen. Johnson on CNN Wolf Blitzer discussing ISIS and Jihad 2.0 hearing

Published | Video Starts at 05:43

You spoke, Senator, earlier today about what you described as a rapid response communications strategy and possible legislation that would enable that. What are you driving at? Well, We have to respond very quickly. We have to counter with the truth, because the truth is, is this is going to be a losing organization. But right now, because ISIS isn't losing, they're perceived as winning. As long as they're perceived as winning, they're going to continue to inspire this type of capability. (05:43–05:51)

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Asserts the need for a rapid response communication strategy to counter ISIS propaganda.

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