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Federal Drive with Tom Temin
The government's best intelligence entity may not be the agency you think it is
Jun 21, 2024
Senior correspondent Dylan Matthews discusses the State Department's Bureau of Intelligence and Research's uncanny ability to predict world events accurately. They explore the bureau's origins, lack of spies, and reliance on diplomatic connections for intel gathering. Matthews highlights the importance of prioritizing employees and fostering diversity at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency.
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- The Bureau of Intelligence and Research excels in making accurate predictions and dissenting from other agencies.
- INR stands out for its unique intelligence collection strategies, focusing on research, public opinion polling, and extended staff tenures.
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Accurate Predictions and Dissent
The Bureau of Intelligence and Research (INR) has a history of making accurate predictions and dissenting from other agencies. For instance, they correctly foresaw events like Egypt's invasion of Israel and Ukraine's defense against Russia. Their independence led them to stand out, such as in their dissent regarding Saddam Hussein's alleged nuclear weapons ambitions.
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