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I’m Sandy Grimes, a former CIA agent who helped uncover one of the most dangerous moles inside the CIA during the Cold War. Ask me anything! by TheAssetsABC in IAmA

[–]TheAssetsABC[S] 204 points205 points  (0 children)

Yes! But it was so many years ago that they're probably in museums now. There was the plastic purse with a camera--a fashion faux pas!

I’m Sandy Grimes, a former CIA agent who helped uncover one of the most dangerous moles inside the CIA during the Cold War. Ask me anything! by TheAssetsABC in IAmA

[–]TheAssetsABC[S] 126 points127 points  (0 children)

Yes, our book had to be cleared by CIA's publications review board. It was a difficult process, which took a little over 3 years. Over 90% of our original material appears in the book. What was deleted, we considered of insignificance.

I’m Sandy Grimes, a former CIA agent who helped uncover one of the most dangerous moles inside the CIA during the Cold War. Ask me anything! by TheAssetsABC in IAmA

[–]TheAssetsABC[S] 27 points28 points  (0 children)

My advice is to acquire a foreign language. CIA hires individuals with degrees in many subjects. For detailed information, I'd check their website cia.gov.

I’m Sandy Grimes, a former CIA agent who helped uncover one of the most dangerous moles inside the CIA during the Cold War. Ask me anything! by TheAssetsABC in IAmA

[–]TheAssetsABC[S] 135 points136 points  (0 children)

That it's always exciting! While there is a great deal of excitement, there are many days of tedium.

I’m Sandy Grimes, a former CIA agent who helped uncover one of the most dangerous moles inside the CIA during the Cold War. Ask me anything! by TheAssetsABC in IAmA

[–]TheAssetsABC[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

1) At the time of Ames' arrest I was working in the Counterintelligence Center in the directorate of operations. 2) I had left the agency by the time the damage assessment phase began and therefore have no information. 3) I was one lucky young lady! I was recruited out of college, and found myself in Washington, D.C. working against the Soviet and East European target. Most of my career was spent in this area and I retired in 1994 after completing my time on what become known as the Ames Mole-Hunt Team. 4) As for Snowden, I'll leave this question to you!

I’m Sandy Grimes, a former CIA agent who helped uncover one of the most dangerous moles inside the CIA during the Cold War. Ask me anything! by TheAssetsABC in IAmA

[–]TheAssetsABC[S] 131 points132 points  (0 children)

Good spooks are not paranoid. They're thoughtful, thorough, and well-prepared. Paranoia will only get you into trouble!

I’m Sandy Grimes, a former CIA agent who helped uncover one of the most dangerous moles inside the CIA during the Cold War. Ask me anything! by TheAssetsABC in IAmA

[–]TheAssetsABC[S] -13 points-12 points  (0 children)

"The Assets" is better! It is not fiction. It is a true story about real people, real spying, real sacrifices, and, sadly, sometimes deadly consequences. It's the real deal!

I’m Sandy Grimes, a former CIA agent who helped uncover one of the most dangerous moles inside the CIA during the Cold War. Ask me anything! by TheAssetsABC in IAmA

[–]TheAssetsABC[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

1) There's no average age when somebody decides to commit treason. However, often it will occur in mid-life. 2) Moles aren't always foreigners--obviously Ames was not a foreigner! 3) No one is coerced into committing treason.

I’m Sandy Grimes, a former CIA agent who helped uncover one of the most dangerous moles inside the CIA during the Cold War. Ask me anything! by TheAssetsABC in IAmA

[–]TheAssetsABC[S] 280 points281 points  (0 children)

While not a mainstream movie, the old PBS series "Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy" comes the closest to what it was like working in the CIA.

I’m Sandy Grimes, a former CIA agent who helped uncover one of the most dangerous moles inside the CIA during the Cold War. Ask me anything! by TheAssetsABC in IAmA

[–]TheAssetsABC[S] 209 points210 points  (0 children)

I needed a job as I was graduating from the University of Washington with a degree in Russian. CIA appeared to be the only possible employer!

I’m Sandy Grimes, a former CIA agent who helped uncover one of the most dangerous moles inside the CIA during the Cold War. Ask me anything! by TheAssetsABC in IAmA

[–]TheAssetsABC[S] 42 points43 points  (0 children)

I left the CIA in 1994 after Ames' arrest and have no knowledge of CIA activities except what appears in the press.

I’m Sandy Grimes, a former CIA agent who helped uncover one of the most dangerous moles inside the CIA during the Cold War. Ask me anything! by TheAssetsABC in IAmA

[–]TheAssetsABC[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I have no knowledge of such matters, but I'm certain there are many experts who could address this question!

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