Published Feb 26, 2019

CIA vs DOD: A Conversation with David Oakley

Army officer and former CIA intelligence officer David Oakley delves into the complex, evolving dynamics between the CIA and the Department of Defense post-9/11, discussing tactical vs. strategic intelligence and the militarization of U.S. foreign policy.

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CIA vs DOD: A Conversation with David Oakley

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Battlefield Intelligence Shift

Militarization of Foreign Policy

CIA and DoD Dynamics

Evolution of Targeting

CIA's Tactical Shift

Intelligence Community Struggles

Intelligence and Power

Intelligence Purpose Debate

Strategic Intelligence Risks

CIA and Military Dynamics

Interagency Dynamics

DNI and Defense Dynamics

Intelligence Independence

Intelligence Dynamics

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Post-9/11 Dynamics

Strategic Intelligence

Policy Implications

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CIA vs DOD: A Conversation with David Oakley

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Popular Clips

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Post-9/11 Dynamics

Strategic Intelligence

Policy ImplicationsDavid Oakley and Vince Houghton discuss the militarization of U.S. foreign policy and its impact on intelligence operations. They explore how leadership decisions have shaped the relationship between the CIA and the Department of Defense.

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