Quote by George Tenet

The only people that ever stand up and tell the truth are who? Intelligence officers. Because our culture is, never break faith with the truth. We'll tell you, you don't have to drag it out of us.

The only people that ever stand up and tell the truth are wh

Summary

This quote suggests that intelligence officers are the ones who consistently speak the truth because their training ingrains in them the importance of honesty. Unlike others, they willingly share information and do not require external pressure to disclose it. The quote implies that intelligence officers hold a cultural belief that they should never betray the truth, leading them to be reliable sources of information.

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By George Tenet

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