Government transparency was lacking from "summary" of The Pentagon Papers by George Herring
The revelation of the Pentagon Papers highlighted a fundamental problem in the American government - a lack of transparency. The government's failure to disclose crucial information to the public led to a breakdown in trust between the people and their leaders. This lack of transparency not only eroded the government's credibility but also undermined the principles of democracy upon which the nation was founded. The withholding of information by government officials prevented the American people from making informed decisions about their country's involvement in the Vietnam War. By keeping critical details about the conflict hidden from the public, the government effectively silenced dissenting voices and perpetuated a narrative that served its own interests. This deliberate obfuscation of the truth not only betrayed the public's trust but also raised serious questions about the government's commitment to upholding democratic value...
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