Examine the integral role of U.S. intelligence in shaping foreign and national security policy. Analyze the historical and contemporary contributions of intelligence during critical events in U.S. history. Explore the intelligence community's analytical processes, communication mediums to advise decision makers and military leaders, and its relationship with local, state governments, and industry. Gain insight into intelligence's impact on policy, evaluation analytic methods, and understanding its broader roles in security and governance. Prerequisite: HLS 211 or HLS 220 or permission of director.