Governments operate countless programs in the shadows, concealed from public knowledge through classification, compartmentalization, and official denial. Most citizens remain unaware of programs conducted in their name until years—sometimes decades—have passed. These programs often begin with stated security justifications but expand into activities that would provoke public outrage if exposed at the time. By the time revelations arrive, the pro…
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