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...deeply regret that the controversy surrounding this event has come at a time when, after a long period of inactivity, CMES has begun to move forward again. We are undertaking this initiative because of our desire to preserve the positive achievements of the Center over the last few years and to enable CMES to continue on a sounder and more secure basis...
Apart from what we believe to be a clear moral issue, there are important practical considerations that dictate the Center's rejection of any over or covert intelligence connection. All of us, as well as many of the graduate and undergraduate students connected with the CMES, conduct research in the Middle East and maintain academic and personal ties with people in that region. Any real or purported connection with the CIA or similar agency may result in reduced access to research sources, a suspicious or even hostile attitude on the part of foreign governments, academic institutions and individuals, and even...