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Founder of extremist social-media site working with Doug Mastriano has a message for news media: ‘Repent now’

The Republican nominee for governor of Pennsylvania is paying Gab, a platform known for attracting extremists and conspiracy theorists. Gab's CEO says the $5,000 payment is for ads.

State Sen. Doug Mastriano (R., Franklin) speaks at a primary night election gathering in Chambersburg, Pa. He's trying to tap into a wider audience through Gab, a social media platform.
State Sen. Doug Mastriano (R., Franklin) speaks at a primary night election gathering in Chambersburg, Pa. He's trying to tap into a wider audience through Gab, a social media platform.Read moreCarolyn Kaster / AP
    by William Bender
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