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Summary:

> This classified CIA analysis from March outlines possible PR strategies to shore up public support in Germany and France for a continued war in Afghanistan.

> The proposed PR strategies focus on pressure points that have been identified within these countries.

> For France it is the sympathy of the public for Afghan refugees and women.

> For Germany it is the fear of the consequences of defeat (drugs, more refugees, terrorism) as well as for Germany's standing in NATO.

> The memo is a recipe for the targeted manipulation of public opinion in two NATO ally countries, written by the CIA. It is classified as Confidential/No Foreign Nationals.



Thanks! These do seem to be the most important points, though I'm not sure that tailoring one's message to the audience is really 'manipulation'.




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