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“Terrorists continue to exploit divisions between law enforcement and the intelligence communities that limit the sharing of vital counterterrorism information.”

Jim Sensenbrenner

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Source Speech: Congressional testimony on counterterrorism policy, 2015

Divisions between police and intelligence agencies hinder the exchange of crucial security data, allowing terrorists to benefit from the gap.

In simple terms: Poor cooperation lets terrorists exploit gaps.

Key Takeaway

Improve inter‑agency collaboration.

Themes

security cooperation terrorism policy

Mood

concerned urgent

Type

policy analytical

When to use this quote

  • national security planning
  • law enforcement training
  • intelligence briefings
  • joint task forces

Key Concepts

information sharing interagency trust counterterrorism strategy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can trust be built between agencies?
  • What incentives encourage data sharing?
A Different Perspective

Political rivalries and bureaucratic inertia can resist sharing reforms.

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