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The president's book of secrets

Book • 2016
This book provides an unprecedented window into the decision-making of every president from Kennedy to Obama, focusing on the President's Daily Brief (PDB).

David Priess, a former CIA intelligence officer and daily briefer, offers insights into the personalities behind national security and how government analysts adapt to these personalities.

The book includes character-rich stories and details the evolution of the PDB, highlighting its impact on U.S.

foreign policy and the inner workings of government.

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