
Spies, Communism and the Battle to Win the Cold War, with Scott Anderson
Intelligence Squared
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The CIA and Presidential Power: A Complex Legacy
This chapter examines the historical relationship between the CIA and the American presidency, focusing on the agency's operations under presidential guidance and the concept of plausible deniability. It highlights the moral dilemmas faced by prominent intelligence figures during the Cold War and the domestic political challenges they encountered amidst rising paranoia. The discussion also addresses the implications of recent presidencies on national security and the CIA's role in shaping foreign policy.
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