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Sean McMeekin: Why does the government spend billions hiding information?

Undercurrents

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Government Secrecy and the Push for Document Declassification

This chapter explores the impact of government secrecy during the Cold War and its relevance in today's political landscape. It highlights the urgent need for reform in document classification practices and examines how these issues influence public trust and accountability, particularly in the context of recent events involving Donald Trump's administration.

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