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Deep State: Inside the Government Secrecy Industry,New
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There is a hidden country within the United States. It was formed from the astonishing number of secrets held by the government and the growing ranks of secretkeepers given charge over them. The government secrecy industry speaks in a private language of codes and acronyms, and follows an arcane set of rules and customs designed to perpetuate itself, repel penetration, and deflect oversight. It justifies itself with the assertion that the American values worth preserving are often best sustained by subterfuge and deception.There are indications that this deep state is crumbling. Necessary secrets are often impossible to keep, while frivolous secrets are kept forever. The entire system has fallen prey to political manipulation, with leaks carefully timed to advance agendas, and overclassification given to indefensible government activities.Deep State, written by two of the country's most respected national security journalists, disassembles the secrecy apparatus of the United States and examines realworld trends that ought to trouble everyone from the most aggressive hawk to the fiercest civil libertarian. The book: Provides the fullest account to date of the National Security Agencys controversial surveillance program first spun up in the dark days after 9/11. Examines President Obama's attempt to reconcile his instincts as a liberal with the realities of executive power, and his use of the state secrets doctrine. Exposes how the publics ubiquitous access to information has been the secrecy industry's toughest opponent to date, and provides a full account of how WikiLeaks and other sunlight organizations are changing the government's approach to handling sensitive information, for better and worse. Explains how the increased exposure of secrets affects everything from Congressional budgets to Area 51, from SEAL Team Six and Delta Force to the FBI, CIA, and NSA. Assesses whether the formal and informal mechanisms put in place to protect citizens from abuses by the American deep state work, and how they might be reformed.Deep State is based on the authors' insatiable curiosity for the ground truth and layered on a foundation of original and historical research as well as unprecedented access to lawmakers, intelligence agency heads, White House officials, and secret program managers. It draws on thousands of recently declassified documents and candid interviews with more than 100 military, industry, and government officials.By the bestselling authors of The Command: Deep Inside the President's Secret Army: Marc Ambinder, editor at large at The Week, contributing editor at GQ and the Atlantic, who has covered Washington for CBS News and ABC News; and D.B. Grady, a correspondent for the Atlantic, national security columnist for The Week, and former U.S. Army paratrooper and Afghanistan veteran.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Deep State: Inside the Government Secrecy Industry'? A: 'Deep State' explores the hidden world of government secrecy in the United States, examining how the secrecy industry operates, its implications for democracy, and the challenges it faces in the digital age.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Marc Ambinder and D.B. Grady, both of whom are respected national security journalists with extensive backgrounds in covering government and military affairs.
- Q: What types of information does this book provide about the National Security Agency? A: 'Deep State' offers a detailed account of the NSA’s surveillance programs, particularly those initiated after the events of September 11, 2001, highlighting controversies surrounding government surveillance.
- Q: What unique perspectives does the book offer regarding President Obama's presidency? A: The book examines President Obama's struggle to balance his liberal instincts with the realities of executive power, particularly regarding the use of the state secrets doctrine.
- Q: How does the book address the impact of WikiLeaks and similar organizations? A: 'Deep State' discusses how organizations like WikiLeaks have challenged traditional government secrecy, providing insights into how public access to information is altering the government's handling of sensitive data.
- Q: What are some key themes explored in 'Deep State'? A: Key themes include government accountability, the consequences of over-classification, the effects of political manipulation on secrecy, and the mechanisms in place to protect citizens from abuses of power.
- Q: Is 'Deep State' based on original research? A: Yes, the book is based on original and historical research, drawing from thousands of declassified documents and interviews with over 100 officials from military, industry, and government sectors.
- Q: What is the length and format of the book? A: 'Deep State' is a hardcover edition with 336 pages, making it a substantial read for those interested in national security and government transparency.
- Q: When was 'Deep State' published? A: 'Deep State: Inside the Government Secrecy Industry' was published on April 1, 2013.
- Q: What kind of audience would benefit from reading this book? A: 'Deep State' is suitable for readers interested in national security, government accountability, and the complexities of secrecy, appealing to both casual readers and professionals in related fields.