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David K. Shipler

Affairs of state tend to drive most presidents toward the center on both foreign and domestic policy, no matter where on the political spectrum they begin, and especially so in the areas of intelligence and law enforcement.

David K. Shipler

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When presidents deal with government matters, they often move toward moderate positions regardless of their original political beliefs. This shift is particularly noticeable in decisions related to intelligence and law enforcement.

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