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Political Misuse of Domestic Intelligence: A Case Study on the FBI

Domestic intelligence is very important in preventing disorder while ensuring unity and security during a time of national crisis. However, if uncontrolled, domestic intelligence can be subject to political misuse, which causes serious damage both to individuals and to democratic institutions. There are various theoretical explanations for political misuse of domestic intelligence. The political use of domestic intelligence is best explained by the sociological theory of unfulfilled needs. On the other hand, political counterintelligence can be best explained by Threat Theory. In order for a domestic intelligence organization to be effective, its organizational discretion must be limited by establishing clear legislation that is not secret, on the focus, limits, and techniques of domestic intelligence. This system must be supported by a multi-level control mechanism.

Identiferoai:union.ndltd.org:unt.edu/info:ark/67531/metadc3223
Date08 1900
CreatorsPacci, Mehme
ContributorsFritsch, Eric J., Caeti, Tory J., Tobolowsky, Peggy M., 1952-
PublisherUniversity of North Texas
Source SetsUniversity of North Texas
LanguageEnglish
Detected LanguageEnglish
TypeThesis or Dissertation
FormatText
RightsPublic, Copyright, Pacci, Mehme, Copyright is held by the author, unless otherwise noted. All rights reserved.

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