Secrets and Leaks The Dilemma of State Secrecy |
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Author:
| Sagar, Rahul |
ISBN: | 978-0-691-14987-5 |
Publication Date: | Oct 2013 |
Publisher: | Princeton University Press
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Book Format: | Hardback |
List Price: | USD $48.00 |
Book Description:
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Examines the relationships among executive power, national security, and secrecy. Drawing on several cases, this book argues that though whistleblowing can be morally justified, the fear of retaliation usually prompts officials to act anonymously - that is, to "leak" information.
Examines the relationships among executive power, national security, and secrecy. Drawing on several cases, this book argues that though whistleblowing can be morally justified, the fear of retaliation usually prompts officials to act anonymously - that is, to "leak" information.