CIA’s Dark History of Surveillance on its Own People during the Cold War

The Mass Violation of the Civil Liberties of American Citizens

Jules
5 min readApr 5, 2023
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A massive geopolitical conflict between two Supreme powers, the United States and the Soviet Union- the Cold War lasted for decades. It started at the end of World War II and lasted till 1991, finally ending with the collapse of the Soviet Union.

There were no attacks or bombings included; instead, it was a war of distinctive ideologies to exert power, influence, and control over the enemy. The War shaped foreign policies for the future of the United States and put the people in fear of a potential nuclear war led by communist infiltration.

Central Intelligence Agency — A Blessing in Disguise for the United States?

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During the Cold War, the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) was essential in gathering information and analyzing intelligence on foreign countries. The report was directly provided to the policymakers, which helped them better prepare for anything their enemies could come up with.

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Jules

Psychology Expert | MSc Social and Cultural Psychology