Legacy of Ashes:The History of the CIA - Tim Weiner - Summary and Review of a Good Book

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A short summary of Legacy of Ashes:

The secrets of the secret organization.

A short summary and review of the book Legacy of Ashes, with a quote and questions to ponder.

Questions to ponder while reading Legacy of Ashes:

Do you believe that covert action is necessary?

Who should the CIA report to?

My thoughts about Legacy of Ashes:

This book made me angry because:

I now question the cost of this agency.

I now question the effectiveness of this agency.

I now question the purpose of this agency.

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