NSA Thwarts Whistleblower

In These Times by Leah H. Nelson | May. 15, 2006 (News Report)

(Russell)Tice is a 20-year veteran of the United States intelligence network, having worked for Naval Intelligence, the Department of Defense and, most recently, the National Security Agency, where he held the position of intelligence analyst and capabilities officer. He has intimate knowledge of the innermost workings of the intelligence community, and wants to tell Congress about an NSA program that, he says, is unconstitutional and possibly criminal. Full Story »

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Posted by: Posted by Tracy Van Slyke - May 15, 2006 - 4:26 PM PDT
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Fabrice Florin
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 by Fabrice Florin - Oct. 1, 2008

Interesting story, but it is based on too few sources and does not offer much in terms of verifiable evidence and opposing viewpoints. It's a good start on an important investigation, but is likely to be perceived as one-sided, hence reducing its potential impact.

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Kelly Garrett
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 by Kelly Garrett - Oct. 1, 2008

Provocative article, but it depends a bit too heavily on the account of one whistleblower. Though I think it is reasonable to question NSA actions, I don't see any incontrovertable evidence of abuse of power.

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David Tommela
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 by David Tommela - Oct. 1, 2008

Totally lacking in pith. It sounds more like a case of a disgruntled worker. I seriously doubt that James Bamford had anything specific to say about this case as the author makes it seem. Shameful journalism.

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Tracy Van Slyke
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 by Tracy Van Slyke - Oct. 1, 2008
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