Blame and Accountability
The conversation delves into the complexities of accountability in national security, questioning whether the responsibility lies more with the presidents or the CIA. Specific instances from the late 1990s highlight critical moments when the CIA had actionable intelligence on bin Laden, raising the question of presidential decision-making. Ultimately, the discussion suggests that both systemic failures and individual choices played a role in the outcomes.In this clip
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*15th ANNIVERSARY/500th EPISODE SPECIAL* - “The CIA and the 9/11 Commission Report” – A Conversation with Alexis Albion
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