Quote by Frank Carlucci

And I argued with that intelligence estimate and I think it is a responsibility of policymakers to use their best judgment on the basis of the intelligence they've received.

And I argued with that intelligence estimate and I think it

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This quote emphasizes the responsibility of policymakers to exercise their own judgment and not solely rely on intelligence estimates. The speaker emphasizes that engaging in discussion and argumentation with these estimates is crucial. By doing so, policymakers are encouraged to critically evaluate and interpret the intelligence they have received in order to make informed decisions. It emphasizes the importance of taking an active role in governance rather than blindly accepting intelligence as absolute truth.

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