Information used as an internecine political weapon, and the politicization of intelligence at the national and departmental levels of government, must be eliminated. Personnel costs consume approximately 50 percent of the budget of each operating element of the intelligence community. There has been a steady increase in this percentile over the past 10 years. The beginning of the debate, led by the new administration, is critical if we are to prepare for and meet the coming threats and challenges. Views and opinions are those of the authors and editors mentioned in the bylines.
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