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202345 minPG-13documentary

Secret CIA Projects

202345 minPG-13documentary

The Central Intelligence Agency attempted to influence public opinion multiple times in the United States and abroad.

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Patrick Ray Gallows

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The Central Intelligence Agency attempted to influence public opinion multiple times in the United States and abroad.

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Patrick Ray Gallowsdirector

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CIA agents operate under directives from U.S. presidents to influence public opinion in the United States and abroad. The documentary details various covert operations undertaken by the Central Intelligence Agency. It covers the goals and tactics used by the agency over the years. Specific instances show how these actions aimed to shape perceptions domestically and globally. The film runs for 45 minutes and was released in 2023.

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