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Frank Donner discusses the article he wrote "Theory and Practice of American Political Intelligence" ; part 1

DURATION: 00:39:17

Synopsis

Surveillance, informants, and provocateurs are some of topics covered by Frank Donner with his article, "Theory and Practice of American Political Intelligence". Donner explained that intelligence practices exist so that everyone has something to fear.

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39 minutes, 17 seconds

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American History & Politics Civil Rights Law, Crime, Prison

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Legal personnel

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Donner, Frank Donner, Frank--Interviews Donner Frank--Interviewee Lawyers--United States--20th century--Interviews Audiotapes Radio programs WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Government surveillance Informants Bundy, Edgar C. Provocateur Tommy the Traveler

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