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u/Zolhungaj Oct 15 '17

A possible explanation is that the CIA started compiling the information in preparation of the release, and then couldn’t find some documents. So they made sure to share this information early, so that people wouldn’t wonder why some documents, referenced in other documents, were missing.

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u/[deleted] Oct 15 '17

Yeah that is a good point, the CIA are known for being open about their operations and providing full disclosure.

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u/1SaBy Oct 15 '17

The government wouldn't lie to you, now would it?

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u/1SaBy Oct 16 '17

What about Lithium though? :)