GLEANINGS FROM THE MURPHY COMMISSION

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• Publication Date: July 9, 1974
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SUBJECT Gleanings from the Murphy Commission
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1. Lunch with Tom Reckford today provided the usual
number of interesting tidbits. Tom is? drafting a letter
from Dean Wilcox to the DCI that is intended to "clarify"
staff relationships on the Committee. It is meant to
spell out Kent Crane's role and responsibilities--which
may be more broad than we would like, but not nearly so
broad as he would like. Kent is to be the "supervisor"
of the Intelligence Study program, but he will be under
the over-all direction of Dean Wilcox and Fisher Howe.
(As an aside--it seems the real story behind Kent's ap-
pointment is: the whole thing was an accident. Congress-
man Frelinghuysen and Ambassador Murphy talked about
? Kent's working with the Commission and Murphy sent a letter
to Wilcox on the subject. He later asked Wilcox if the
letter were OK, and Wilcox said ,"Sure"--except he was
referring to a different letter. And so, folks, to save
face, we give you Kent Crane, ready or not.)
2. Given Kent's tendencies to want to run things
and his willingness to make decisions (right or wrong,
at least he makes them), it seems very likely that Kent
will be into everything. Restraining him at least to
Dept of State review(s) completed.
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some extent will be the consultants who are to draft
the individual portions of the intelligence studies.
These research contracts are pretty much ready to go.
William Harris of Rand and Bill Barnds of the Council
on Foreign Relationsl (will be doing
the principal papers. Tom will make copies of their
outlines available to us as soon as they are set--probably
in the i1ext week or so. At any rate, it seems likely
that the authors of the various papers will be more than
able to hold their own with Mr. Crane. Tom is particu-
it over
larly pleased by Barnds' association with the project.
3. Tom also provided me with his unclassified
summary of the DCI's testimony before the Commission
last November. I have reviewed it and think Tom did
a fine job. It is attached if you would like to look
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effort. Action is in Bob Murphy' s court to
respond to DCI invite to discuss. Letter
apparently will be first attempt.
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DCI/IC 74-1029
Exec.Reg. 74-1651/A
3 1 MAY X974
The Honorable Robert Murphy
Chairman of the Board
Corning International Corporation
717 Fifth Avenue
New York, New York 1.0022
his appointment with the Commission on th+e rgan
the Government for the Conduct of Foreign Policy. In his
letter he suggested meeting with me to discuss the proposed
outline for the Commission's study on intelligence.
As you Know, I believe the work of the Commission is
very important? and I am pious to be cooperative with you
A di I T think it might be useful if
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Dear Ambassador Murphy
I have received a letter from Kent Crane, the Adrninistra
Live Assistant to Congressman Frelinghuysen, telling me of
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desired. If this seems a good i ea, please
glet me et together.
we will set up a mutually agreeable
Sincerely,
also like to have Genera. Graham an
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:plans and further, oeus can Intel $d of
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in your work. cce
you and I. could meet with Ir. Crane to discuss the Commissions
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W. E. Colby
Enclosure
Copy of Mr. Crane's
letter mentioned above
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You are already aware of the existence and purpose of the
Commission on the Organization of the Government For the. Conduct
of Foreign Policy. The Commission. is approaching its task in two
phases. First, it is taking testimony from practitioners in the
foreign affairs field, such as yourself. Second, it is conducting
in depth studies of specific foreign policy.issues of major importance..
? The Commission Chairman, Ambassador Robert Murphy,
and Congressman. Frelin-ghuysen are both personally very-interested
in the Commission's study of the intelligence community- As the
enclosed letter indicates, Ambassador Murphy recently narned me
to head the Commission's study group on intelligence-
It is my intention, for rather obvious reasons, to keep our
study group small- and select.. Further, it is my hope that we can
draw as necessary upon .the expertise available within the intelligence
agencies, the-USIB and the PFIAB.
Asa first step,. may I ask your assistance on three specific
matters:
(a) Would it be possible to call upon yoit during the week
of_,I.une 17th- when I am scheduled to return from a study trip to Southeas
Asia? At that time I would like to review our proposed study outline
(a tentative list of topics which. would seem to be of legitimate interest
to the Commission is enclosed) and discuss the type of information and.
possibly staff assistance which we might reasonably expect to obtain
from you. I will be prepared to spend as much time as you think usefu
with you, your staff or. members of the USIB staff.
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reinstitute the more. esoteric clearances which I shall need to carry
out the Co- mission's mandate successfully? I believe I had most of
the necessary clearances when I left USIA a few months ago. In the
interim, DOD has recently granted me another TS clearance, so up
grading my clearances should be a restively simple matter.
(c) May I have access -to previous studies of the intelligenc
-conim.tmity, done in the past couple of years by various people and pre-
sumably available to you as Director of C astral Intelligence ? I am
well aware that much thought and not an insignificant number of reports
have been devoted to the organization and total resource structure of
the intelligence cornnzunity. The Commission has no desire to laborious:
retrace the steps of others over welt-.trodden ground..
It is sny sincere hope that you and others in the intelligence
cornznunity will accept our study group's creation. and. charter as readily
as we accept the challenge. of the task ahead.
Kind personal regards.
Sincerely,
Kent B_ Crane
Administrative Assistant
cc: Ambassador Robert. Murphy
Honorable Francis 0. Wilcox
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WASHINGTON, D. C. 20305
The Honorable Robert Murphy
Chairman of,the Board
Corning International Corporation
717 Fifth Avenue
New York, New York 10022
I have received a letter from Kent Crane, the Administra-
tive Assistant to Congressman Frelinghuysen, telling me of
his appointment with the Commission on the Organization of
the Government for the Conduct of Foreign Policy. In his
letter he suggested meeting with me to discuss the proposed
outline for the Commission's study on intelligence.
As you know, I believe the work of the Commission is
very important, and I am anxious to be cooperative with you
in your work. Accordingly, I think it might be useful if
you and I could meet with Mr. Crane to discuss the Commission's
plans and further focus on intelligence and his role. I'd
also like to have General Graham and of my I
gence Community Staff present so that they can follow up
desired. If this seems a good idea, please let me know, and
we will set up a mutually agreeable time to get together.
Sincerely,
Enclosure
Copy of Mr. Crane's
letter mentioned above
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ou,ld the enclosed be a bit confusing, let me offer
t'ol lowing :
is you :,rill note, Ltr came to Mr. Colby from
MLr. Crane, not `!irphy.
states that we want Mr. Murphy in
on the discussions with Crane.
After Murphy replies, then date/time will be
set; and Crane notified at that time.
STATINTL
Retyped to put "Dear Ambassador Murphy. "
I have a. call in to Kent Crane's secretary to tell
her about your letter to Ambassador Murphy and
of your `wish to meet with both.
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C'he Foreign Relations ut'-iorizati A t f 1972 (p L ?-3
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July 13, 1972) established a joint Presidential-Congressional study
commission to submit to the Congress and the President findings and
recommendations "to provide a more effective system for the formulation
and implementation of the Nation's foreign policy."
In describing the duties of the Commission the law states that
"the Commission shall study and investigate the organization, methods
oration, and powers of all departments, agencies, independent estab-
lishments, and instrumentalities-161-
nstrumentalities of the United States Government
p2rtici. ati.na in. the formulation and implementation of United States fore.l 'n
olic " In carrying out its responsibilities, the Commission my- make
recommendations with respect to the g~ rear any 'zatzon of the de ar m-'nt' and
re lilies , more effective arranaements ets!, e ,executtive rara Ja cam
aSZa- .,vr .q'.xM!+~wW'.t.P'rv4r.-.atw.Y+ _ .. C,j?ini!a. V4.41~ -.a
Co rcass, improved procedures anion departments and agencies, the
Zolitiox7. of services, activititis and functions not necessary to the efficient
conduct of foreign policy, and "other measures to promote peace, economy,
efficiency and improved administration of foreign policy."
'The report of the Commission, which 'is to be submitted to the
President and the Congress b June 30, 1975, may include "proposed
constitutional amendments, legislation, and administrative action considered
appropriate in carrying out its duties." The Commission, in performing
its responsibilities, is authorized to hold hearings, subpoena witnesses
and secure directly information from any executive department or agency.
CO-N-1,'.-MISSION MEMBERS
The Commission is composed of twelve members, four each
appointed by the President of the Senate, the Speaker of the House,
and the President. The members are:
THE HONORABLE ROBE; .T D. MURPHY -- Chair man
Corning Glass International
New York, New York
THE HONORABLE JAMES B. PEARSON - Vice Chairman
United States Senate
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Georgetown University
MRS. ANNE ARMSTRONG
Counsellor to the President
White House
THE HONORABLE WILLIAM J. CASEY
MRS. CHARLES W. ENGLEHARD, JR.
Far Hills, New Jersey
MR. AREND D. LUBBERS
President, Grand Valley State College
Allendale, Michigan
MR. FRANK C. P. McGLINN
Executive Vice President
Fidelity Bank
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
House of Representatives
THE HONORABLE MIKE MANSFIELD
Unitqd States Senate
DR. STANLEY P. WAGNER
President, East Central State College
Ada, Oklahoma
THE HONORABLE CLEMENT J. ZABLOCKI
House of Representatives
COMMISSION STAFF
FRANCIS 0. WILCOX is the Executive Director of the Commission and
FISHER HOWE is the Deputy Executive Director, Former Senator WILLIAM B.
SPONG, JR., is General Counsel to the Commission. The Commission offices
are located at 2025 M Street, N. W. , Washington, D.C. 20506 Telephone
[phone].
June 1, 1973
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TENTATIVE? PROGRAM
1. The Commission will look into the impact of change in foreign
relations. In particular, it will explore, (1) the changing world environment
and the manner in which international affairs are conducted, and (2) the
changing role ref the United Stales.
To this end the Staff will commission the preparation by experts of
papers and reports to be presented and discussed with the Commission.
II. The Commission will study and investigate the organization, methods -
of operation and powers of the departments, agencies, independent establish-
ments and instrumentalities of the United States Government participating in
the formulation and implementation of United States foreign policy.
To this end, the several departments and agencies, as well as
Congressional leaders., will be invited to appear before the Commission to
set forth their views. In addition, government officials and other experts wit
be called upon to discuss the various aspects of relationships among the depart-
ments and agencies, and between the Legislative and. Executive Branches. In
particular, the. Commission will seek from these officials a wide range of views
relating to'the organization for foreign policy and the problems attendant
thereto seen from the perspective of the different institutions.
In anticipation of their appearances before the Commission, and to assist
in the exploration of the subject, departments, agencies and experts will be
asked to submit reports addressing important questions into which the
Commission will want to ctelve.
A schedule of Commission hearings along the following lines is planned:
Department of State
Sept. 1973
2 days
USIA, AID, ACDA, Peace Corps
Oct. 1973
2 days
Departments of Treasury,
Commerce, & Agriculture
'Nov. 1973
2 days
Department of Defense
Dec. 1973
2 days
Office of the President
(including NSC, CIEP, OMB)
Jan. 1.974
2 clays
Intelligence Co zumunity
Feb. 1974
2 days
Congress
Mar. 1974
2 days
Congressional/lxecutive Relations
Apr. /May 1974
4 days
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 ?The Commission will also plan to hold hcarings tv'itii and receive reports
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from other gL.^ r r. ,i g g
other caepartrizents and "'bneie~ onccrr~ecl With foreif n policy; inc).uctinL'
among others the Departments of Labor, Interior anci ,justice, AEG, NASA, etc.
Durin:; the early stages the Commission-and staff will seek. the view of
representatives of business, agriculture labor and other segments of the
private sector.
Finally, the Commission, through hearings and informal meetings will
look into the following special, complex problems:
A. Science and Technolor in Foreign Affairs
B. The U.S. Government Relations with International
Or-g-,anizatior?s
C. Multinational Corporations
III. In order to make suitable recommendations, the Commission will look
into the governmental processes and programs in the formulation and imple-
mentation of foreign policy.
' To this end it Nvill, under the direction of the staff, arrange for indepen-,
dent research by means principally of small study groups, but in some instances
contracted research or other means. Such independent research will be
addressed, among others, to the following problems:
A. Presidential Responsibility and Interagency Coorclination:
How can the presidential powers in foreign affairs be properly
delegated and agency responsibilities most effectively
coordinated, especially with respect, 'to better integration of
policy planning and decision-making in diplomatic actions
and activities? '
B. Public Opinion and Public Accountabil.i : How should
public opinion make itself felt on and be dealt with by the
Congress and the Executive? As a difficult but important
aspect of this problem, how should the matter of confiden-
tiality in foreign policy be handled?
C. Substantive Problem Areas: How can the Government be
organized to deal effectively with some substantive problem
areas which touch upon widely divergent governmental interests,
such as:
- population and food resources
- energy crisis
natural resources and the environment
- seabed and ocean floor
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1). Domestic Interests and Foreign Affairs: How can the
Government be organized to deal more effectively with the wide
range of problems , including many of the foregoing, but
especially economic matters -- trade, monetary, agriculture,
res.-iu.trces -- which heavily involve important domestic interests
and considerations as Well as foreign policy?
E- Cultural Affairs and Public Information Abroad: Hoff" can
the cultural affairs and information processes be organized
to support more effectively the foreign policy of the United
States?
F. National Security, Military Policy and Arriis Limitation:
How can the government organization and procedures be
arranged most effectively to mesh national security and military
affairs with general foreign policy matters? How can arms
limitation policies be most effectively handled?
G. Intelligence and Information Handlii: How can the
organization be improved for collection of intelligence and
information, for reporting, for evaluation and analysis and
for dissemination?
H. Personnel for Foreign Affairs: , How can the pez sonnel
systems in theforeign affairs effort be improved?
1. Budget Process and Resource Allocation: How can the
budget process, including planning and programming, be
improved?
J. Overseas Establishments: How can the control, coordina-
tion and communications systems in the overseas establishments
be made more effective and efficient?
'IV. The foregoing discussions with departments and agencies, and most
of the work of the independent study groups will occupy the first year. In
the second year the Commission will plan to review in greater depth the
problems on which it believes recommendations will be made. It will also
consider the advisability of holding public hearings.
V. In its report, the Commission will incorporate proposals for the
implementation of its recommendations, and it will seek to obtain the views of
departments and agencies, and of government leaders, before submitting its
final report.
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