We usually only find out years after the fact when the information is declassified. Also, secrecy is only necessary to the extent that it helps reach objectives. Knowing the CIA infiltrates leftist movements undercuts hope and increases distrust between leftists.
“intelligence” <—> incompetence
I dunno about that. The CIA has at least been competent at undermining leftist movements.
Are they? It’s a known fact that they do that kind of thing. If they were good, wouldn’t their involvement not appear, or would be, at best, a rumor?
We usually only find out years after the fact when the information is declassified. Also, secrecy is only necessary to the extent that it helps reach objectives. Knowing the CIA infiltrates leftist movements undercuts hope and increases distrust between leftists.