Congresswoman Jane harman - Press Release

 

May 5, 2006

 

Harman Statement on Goss Resignation

Calls it "an opportunity . . . to rebuild and revitalize the CIA"

 

WASHINGTON D.C. -- With Porter Goss's resignation, the President has an opportunity to pick a strong leader to rebuild and revitalize the CIA, our nation's premier human intelligence agency.
 
            The staff brought in by Goss should be replaced by experienced managers who value the professionalism and dedication of the workforce.
 
            In the last year-and-a-half, more than 300 years of experience has either been pushed out or walked out the door in frustration.  This has left the agency in free-fall.
 
            I have visited these brave and committed women and men in nearly every corner of the globe, and urge the new Director do so.  They deserve maximum support and a clear vision of where their agency is headed.
 
            I served on the Intelligence Committee with Porter Goss for six years, and wish him and Mariel well as they start a new chapter in their lives.

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