Democratic PR Firm to Run Bot Army for Israel
10 hours ago
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- SKDKnickerbocker LLC, a Democratic-aligned PR firm, agreed to run a 'bot-based program' to amplify pro-Israel narratives on social media platforms.
- The $600,000 contract (April 2025–March 2026) includes coaching Israeli spokespeople, testing influencers, and media outreach to outlets like BBC and CNN.
- SKDK operates as a subcontractor for French firm Havas, overseen by Stagwell Global, founded by Likud ally Mark Penn.
- Pro-Israel 'superbots' have been documented targeting pro-Palestinian content with rapid, AI-powered responses since the Gaza war began.
- SKDK is deeply connected to the Democratic Party, with ties to Biden adviser Anita Dunn and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's former staff.