Published Sep 25, 2012
Author Debriefing: The Art of Intelligence: Lessons from a Life in the CIA’s Clandestine Service
CIA veteran Henry Crumpton reveals the complexities of intelligence operations, emphasizing the balance between technology and human elements, innovative strategies in leadership, and the nuanced approach to Afghanistan through empathetic intelligence and community empowerment to achieve lasting success.

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