The Distraction Index

Weekly civic intelligence report · v2.2

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Smokescreen Map — Week 59

Feb 8 – Feb 14, 2026 · 🟢 LIVE

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Distraction → Damage pairings with displacement evidence.

SIGNIFICANT SI:27.3Disp:MED
DISTRACTION
Virginia Lawmaker Shuts Down Ted Cruz with Profanity
A
0.1
B
69.8
→
REAL DAMAGE
US Sets June Deadline for Ukraine-Russia Peace Agreement
A
46.0
B
26.6
SIGNIFICANT SI:26.0Disp:MED
DISTRACTION
Virginia Lawmaker Shuts Down Ted Cruz with Profanity
A
0.1
B
69.8
→
REAL DAMAGE
Trump Calls for Nationalizing Elections
A
43.8
B
24.9