The Family Jewels: The Cia, Secrecy, and Presidential Power

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The book provides a compelling examination of intelligence abuses by the CIA from the Cold War era to the war on terror, highlighting the systemic issues and efforts to cover up these actions. It includes a new epilogue that reflects on Edward Snowden's revelations, adding contemporary relevance to the discussion of government transparency and accountability. Through detailed accounts, it underscores the implications of unchecked power within intelligence agencies and the importance of safeguarding civil liberties.