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“Now here I was, post-Snowden, relying on a system President Obama, Congress, and IC leaders had touted as successful and functional. But was it truly working? My case exposed it as nothing more than a sham. Would the CIA and the IC attempt to rectify the situation? Did they genuinely desire to fix the broken system? Or would they persist in employing their illegal bullying tactics to silence whistleblowers? I was determined to take action, offering them an opportunity to correct their behavior.” —From The Broken Whistle
The Broken Whistle is a searing exposé that unveils a chilling chapter in American history, a narrative meticulously recounted by Pedro Israel Orta. Plunged into the heart of power and deception, Orta emerges as a force to be reckoned with. On September 23, 2019, his single Twitter thread ignited a tempest, tearing through the sinister underbelly of the Intelligence Community Whistleblower Protection Act (ICWPA), which had been perverted for political ends. In this gripping account, Orta fearlessly shines a light on a corrupt system that brazenly weaponized the very process designed to uphold truth and accountability.
As the pages unfold, Orta unflinchingly reveals how the Intelligence Community (IC) whistleblowing process was perverted to target a sitting president, while genuine whistleblowers endured unimaginable torment and abandonment. With chilling detail and unyielding determination, Orta pulls back the curtain on the U.S. National Security Bureaucratic State, exposing the rampant abuse of power by the Deep State, shielded by Congress’s deafening silence.
Delving deep into the heart of darkness, Orta uncovers the unsettling saga triggered by the enigmatic “Ukraine whistleblower,” whose disclosures unleashed a political storm, despite falling outside the jurisdiction of ICIG and DNI, as confirmed by the Department of Justice. These allegations, detached from intelligence activities, were shamelessly exploited—an elaborate ruse orchestrated to manipulate public opinion and orchestrate the impeachment of a president.
Through the pages of The Broken Whistle, Orta lays bare his own harrowing journey, navigating the treacherous corridors of the Central Intelligence Agency. Within these walls, truth becomes an enemy, and those who dare to speak out face ruthless retribution and termination. As Orta’s unwavering voice rises above the cacophony of corruption, readers are led on an odyssey that unveils a bureaucratic machine bent on crushing dissent and preserving its shadowy secrets.
The Broken Whistle is an unapologetic chronicle of one man’s fight for justice—a clarion call that reverberates through the darkest corners of power. Prepare to be captivated by Orta’s unflinching courage as he peels back the layers of deception, exposing a broken system that has forsaken its sacred duty.
Editorial Reviews:
"'The Broken Whistle' is more than an exposé; it is a discerning examination of the mechanisms of power, corruption, and the pursuit of truth and justice. Orta's work is a significant contribution to literature for those intrigued by the inner workings of the intelligence community, the complexities of political power, and the audacity required to confront a system that often suppresses dissent. His story serves as a potent reminder of the continual struggle for transparency and accountability at the highest levels of authority." –Literary Titan Reviews
"A stand-out exposure of the haphazard organization of the Central Intelligence Agency. This proves to be a valuable book in understanding how our intelligence agencies are run and often mismanaged." -Reedsy Discovery, Philip Zozzaro, San Francisco Book Review
Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor: Pedro Israel Orta is a Miami-born son of Cuban immigrants who fled the tyranny of Fidel Castro's communism. He brings his 18-year experience as a Central Intelligence Agency veteran to this memoir, having served in war-torn regions like Iraq, Afghanistan, and the Middle East, and at the Inspector General for the Intelligence Community, working on whistleblower issues. Orta's bravery in exposing abuses of power led to his own retribution and termination despite earning eight Exceptional Performance Awards for his contributions to U.S. national security-mostly in counterterrorism operations. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Florida International University, a Summa Cum Laude graduate, and a Master's degree in Security Policy Studies from George Washington University-specializing in Defense Policy, Transnational Security Issues, and Political Psychology. Prior to his U.S. Government experiences, Orta served in the U.S. Army with an honorable discharge and worked in the business world for 14 years as a professional salesperson, account manager, territory manager, and buyer-mostly in perishable commodity sales. Earning numerous accolades for his professionalism, performance, and customer service. He has been a licensed Christian minister since 1991 with the Evangelical Church Alliance out of Bradley, Illinois, and an ordained minister since 2021 with the Orlando, Florida-based Christ for All Nations. when he completed the Evangelism Bootcamp program. In May 2023, Orta earned a diploma from Rhema Bible Training College in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Orta's passions include Astronomy and photography, with an award-winning landscape, travel, and nature portfolio featured at Viewbug and 500px under the name IsraelOrta. He calls Tulsa, Oklahoma, home, dedicating his time to writing, speaking, ministry, and photography-advocating for integrity, honor, and respect in government and society.
Titel: The Broken Whistle: A Deep State Run Amok
Verlag: Pedro Israel Orta Productions, L
Erscheinungsdatum: 2024
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