What does DA mean in US GOVERNMENT

Dead agenting is a form of black propaganda used by the Church of Scientology to discredit its critics. It involves spreading negative information and misinformation about someone who has publicly denounced the church, usually on social media or other public platforms. It is meant to undermine their credibility and discourage others from joining in criticism.

The most common forms of dead agenting employed by the Church include using character assassination tactics such as accusing opponents of lying, spreading false stories about them, manipulating public opinion through biased reporting, or using online trolling strategies to harass former Scientologists who have spoken out against the church.

In some cases, yes. Depending on where you live and which laws apply to your situation, engaging in activity that attempts to harm someone else's reputation can be considered an actionable offense with legal consequences. However, in some places it may only be viewed as immoral conduct and nothing more than that.

Aside from online trolling and character assassination tactics, another method used for dead agenting involves enlisting a third-party organization or individual to make false claims against a critic or detractor on behalf of the Church without disclosing their involvement in order to further erode trust in that person among members of the public.

Yes, there are other organizations that practice this same kind of black propaganda tactic against their detractors as well, including political entities such as governments or lobby groups pushing particular agendas. Additionally private companies may also employ similar strategies against their business rivals in an effort to gain an advantage in competition.