Seek Transparency but Expect Resistance

The story illustrates the challenges faced when advocating for transparency in sensitive matters, especially within military contexts. An engineer and philosopher's attempt to persuade the French Air Force to disclose information met with bureaucratic resistance. Despite being open to discussing the subject, the Air Force ultimately redirected the inquiry to the Americans, indicating a reluctance to divulge information. This scenario highlights the complexities of bringing important issues to public attention amidst institutional secrecy.