Of Knowledge and Power: The Complexities of National Intelligence - Rilegato

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ISBN 10: 0275994430 ISBN 13: 9780275994433

Casa editrice: Praeger Pub Text, 2008

Riassunto

This work examines the labyrinth of complexities that confronts the Intelligence Community in its efforts to provide accurate and timely intelligence in support of American foreign policy and national security interests. Kennedy begins with an analysis of the collection processes and the obstacles that must be overcome if accurate and meaningful information is to be obtained. He addresses such issues as the need for strategic vision and clarity in setting priorities, as well as constraints imposed by the executive branch and the complexities associated with translating priorities into collection programs. The focus then shifts to the obstacles that confront those tasked to analyze collected information, examining such issues as the impact of people, technology, and budgets on the overall analytical effort. The third area of emphasis for Kennedy centers on the "quality control" of collection and analysis, addressing both Executive Branch and Congressional Oversight of the intelligence processes. Finally, he examines issues associated with the distribution and use of the intelligence products - the so-called "end game" obstacles. Issues addressed include the lack of presidential support for and confidence in the Intelligence Community, the impact of "worst-case planning," and the "coloring" of intelligence to suit policy preferences. Ultimately, the component parts provide the reader with a broad understanding of the Intelligence Community and the difficulties it faces as it strives to keep the United States safe and informed.

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Robert Kennedy is Professor at the Sam Nunn School of International Affairs, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta. He previously served as Director of the joint German-American George C. Marshall European Center for Security Studies in Germany. In nearly 35 years of government service, he has served as Civilian Deputy Commandant, NATO Defense College in Rome

ight D. Eisenhower Professor of National Security Studies and research analyst at the U.S. Army War College

d Foreign Affairs Officer, U.S. Arms Control and Disarmament Agency.

Robert Kennedy is Professor at the Sam Nunn School of International Affairs, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta. He previously served as Director of the joint German-American George C. Marshall European Center for Security Studies in Germany. In nearly 35 years of government service, he has served as Civilian Deputy Commandant, NATO Defense College in Rome

ight D. Eisenhower Professor of National Security Studies and research analyst at the U.S. Army War College

d Foreign Affairs Officer, U.S. Arms Control and Disarmament Agency.

Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Praeger Pub Text
• Data di pubblicazione: 2008
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 0275994430
• ISBN 13: 9780275994433
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero di pagine: 261
• Redattore: Kennedy Robert
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
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