Again Quote by Ronald Kessler
“To become a Secret Service agent, applicants must pass a polygraph exam. But after being hired, agents are never required to undergo regular lie detector testing again.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Secret Service: The Hidden History of an Enigmatic Agency, 2003
Agents undergo a one‑time polygraph before hiring, but not regularly afterward, implying trust after selection.
In simple terms: Initial screening is thorough; ongoing trust replaces repeated testing.
Trust vetted hires; avoid over‑testing.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- employee onboarding
- security audits
- policy reviews
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Should continuous monitoring replace trust?
- How to balance privacy with security?
Lack of ongoing testing may miss later misconduct.