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Aldrich Ames

The resistance of policy-makers to intelligence is not just founded on an ideological presupposition. They distrust intelligence sources and intelligence officials because they don't understand what the real problems are.

Aldrich Ames

Intelligence

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Policy-makers often reject intelligence not only because of their beliefs but also because they lack a clear grasp of the actual issues at hand. This misunderstanding leads them to doubt both the information provided and the people who deliver it.

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