C.D. Brennan to W.C. Sullivan Oct. 9, 1969

In order to eliminate paper work whereever possible, it is recommended that captioned disruptive action be discontinued as a program. In the future, the disruptive action directed against the SWP will be handled on an individual case basis as deemed appropriate.

SAC, New York to Director Feb. 13, 1970

Enclosed for the Bureau is a copy of an unsigned leaflet entitled "Fly United?", mailed this past week to some 230 selected individuals and organizations in New Left and related groups under the COINTELPRO at New York with prior Bureau authority.

The leaflet is designed to cause disruption in the peace movement, primarily in the New Mobilization Committee to End the War in Vietnam, and to minimize the growing influence of the SWP in the movement.

New Left

C.D. Brennan to W.C. Sullivan May 9, 1968 p. 2

Our Nation is undergoing an era of disruption and violence caused to a large extent by various individuals generally connected with the New Left. Some of these activists urge revolution in America and call for the defeat of the United States in Vietnam. They continually and falsely allege police brutality and do not hesitate to utilize unlawful acts to further their so-called causes. The New Left has on many occasions viciously and scurrilously attacked the Director and the Bureau in an attempt to hamper our investigation of it and to drive us off the college campuses. With this in mind, it is our recommendation that a new Counterintelligence Program be designed to neutralize the New Left and the Key Activists. The Key Activists are those individuals who are the moving forces behind the New Left and on whom we have intensified our investigations.

SAC, Newark to Director May 27, 1968 p. 2

It is believed that in attempting to expose, disrupt, and otherwise neutralize the activities of the "new left" by counterintelligence methods, the Bureau is faced with a rather unique task. Because, first, the "new left" is difficult to actually define; and second, of the complete disregard by "new left" members for moral and social laws and social amenities.

It is believed that the nonconformism in dress and speech, neglect of personal cleanliness, use of obscenities (printed or uttered), publicized sexual promiscuity, experimenting with and the use of drugs, filthy clothes, shaggy hair, wearing of sandals, beads, and unusual jewelry tend to negate any attempt to hold these people up to ridicule. The American press has been doing this with no apparent effect or curtailment of "new left" activities. These individuals are apparently getting strength and more brazen in their attempts to destroy American society, as noted in the takeover recently at Columbia University, New York City, and other Universities in the U.S.

It is believed therefore, that they must be destroyed or neutralized from the inside. Neutralize them in the same manner they are trying to destroy and neutralize the U.S.

... Newark believes that it might be possible to attach the stigma of informant or Government "fink" to HAYDEN because of the apparent unlimited finances at his disposal, enabling him to take numerous trips in and out of the U.S., without and job or other means of financial support.

SAC, Philadelphia to Director May 29, 1968 p. 2

Enclosed herewith is one copy of a cartoon which appeared in the 5/7/68 issue of "The Temple News."

The disruption of the "New Left" through counterintelligence activities poses problems which have not been previously present in this phase of our work. Whereas the Communist Party and similar subversive groups have hidden their indiscretions and generally shunned publicity, the New Left groups have flaunted their arrogance, immorality, lack of respect for law and order, and thrived on publicity. ... Publicity and public exposure of the New Left, however, can still be used effectively to thwart the growth of those organized groups such as SDS. ... Photographs of student "sit-ins," such as that which occurred at Columbia University, with appropriate captions, such as "Give to the College of your Choice," could be prepared and anonymously circulated among appropriate legislators, prominent alumni members, and others. [emphasis added]

Director to SAC, Newark June 10, 1968

Your letter of 5/27/68 fails to provide the above information, consists primarily of general observations and indicates a negative attitude. It is also noted that this letter contains proposed action against Key Activist Thomas Emmett Hayden, now residing in Chicago, but makes no mention of David Dellinger, a Key Activist of your office. Specific comment on Dellinger should have been included as instructed.

Anonymous Letter FBI-authored, circa May, 1968 p. 2

Dear Senator:

I am indeed pleased to note that you are chairing a committee to investigate the activities of dissident student elements on our college campuses. I trust this effort will not become just another "study" but will actually result in concrete results to rid our universities and colleges of the disruptive activities of radicals, leftists and nihilists.

In this connection, I have taken upon myself a small project regarding the background of Professor David Herreshoff, of the English Department at Wayne State University. ...

Very truly yours,

A Fed-up Taxpayer!

Director to All Field Offices July 5, 1968 p. 2

5. Since the use of marijuana and other narcotics is widespread among members of the New Left, you should be alert to opportunities to have them arrested by local authorities on drug charges.

6. The drawing up of anonymous letters regarding individuals active in the New Left. These letters should set out their activities and should be sent to their parents, neighbors and the parents' employers.

7. Anonymous mailings should be made to university officials, members of the state legislature, Board of Regents, and to the press. Such letters could be signed "A Concerned Alumni" or "A Concerned Taxpayer." [emphasis added]

8. Whenever New Left groups engage in disruptive activities on college campuses, cooperative press contacts should be encouraged to emphasize that the disruptive elements constitute a minority of the students and do not represent the conviction of the majority. The press should demand an immediate referendum on the issue in question.

12. Be alert for opportunities to confuse and disrupt New Left activities by misinformation. For example, when events are planned, notification that the event has been cancelled or postponed could be sent to various individuals.

SAC, Detroit to Director Aug. 28, 1968 p. 2

The letter which could possibly be initiated by an informant in the BUF in Washington, D.C., or which could be a fraudulent letter could ask the WPP, a white militant group that strongly supports the Black Panther Party (BPP), to help the BUF collect the just and modest sum of $25,000.00 from the NMC by making a direct overture to [           ], an NMC leader in Ann Arbor. ... The letter could also state that a copy is being directed to the University of Michigan student newspaper to further publicize the very just nature of the BUF request. Detroit feels that the "Michigan Daily" would be delighted to publish this type of a letter.

Director to SAC, New York Sept 9, 1968

Recent issues of the underground press have carried articles relating to the split which has developed within the Liberation News Service (LNS). One such article has even described a night raid which was conducted by members of the New York faction on the [             ] faction which is now located in Massachusetts. It would seem that this is an excellent opportunity to take advantage of the split to further disrupt the underground press and to attack the New Left.

SAC, Newark to Director Sept. 19, 1968

The following concerning the mailing of 150 pamphlets depicting certain SDS members at Princeton University (PU) as akin to apes.

Most outspoken member of the Conservative Club is [            ], who is also on its committee. On occasion she distributtes pro-American anti-communist leaflets on Nassau Street, in Princeton, N.J., and is reportedly a supporter of the JOHN BIRCH SOCIETY. Newark believes that 120 of the pamphlets be sent to her in the hope that she will distribute them at the Conservative Club dinner or on the streets in vicinity of PU.

Director to SAC, Newark Sept. 24, 1968

It is not felt that a number as large as 120 should be used in this manner. It would appear that 50 would be more realistic. It is further noted that reairtel mentions nothing of distributing the pamphlets to the various eating and debating clubs on campus. You should consider sending some of these to the above organizations as well as to other professional societies at Princeton. Of course, all distribution should be sent anonymously with all measures being taken to protect the Bureau as their source.

Director to SAC, New York Oct. 17, 1968

Recently [            ] an instructor at New York University, in public address called both Nixon and Humphrey "leftist bastards." As a result, he was dismissed by New York University. As a result of this action, the above groups instituted student agitation at New York University.

Retel states that as a result of this agitation, New York University agreed to allow [            ] to serve as an advisor to Negro students on the campus; and while he has no official connection with New York University, he will be furnished office space. Retel further states that during the campus agitation resulting from this incident, SDS appeared to be attempting to capitalize on the [            ] controversy. This seeming grab for power would appear to offer an opportunity to drive a wedge between the New Left and the black student power advocates. This has been coordinated with Special Agent [            ] of the [            ].

Director to SAC, New York Oct. 21, 1968

Authority is granted to make the anonymous mailing as suggested in referenced letter. The letter submitted as an enclosure therewith may be used for this purpose.

You must take all necessary steps to insure that the Bureau is not identified as the source of this letter.

Director to SAC, New York Oct. 25, 1968

Authority is granted to mail the letter submitted as an enclosure to your airtel to selected New Left and black power organizations and individuals. This mailing is to be anonymous.

In preparing this letter you are to assure that all necessary steps are taken to protect the Bureau as the source of the letter.

SAC, Philadelphia to Director Nov. 21, 1968 p. 2

The emergence of the New Left on the American Scene has produced a new phenomenon - a yen for magic. Some leaders of the New Left, its followers, the Hippies and the Yippies, wear beads and amulets. New Left youth involved in anti-Vietnam activity have adopted the Greek letter "Omega" as their symbol. Self-proclaimed yogis have established a following in the New Left movement. Their incantations are a reminder of the chant of the witch doctor. Publicity has been given to the yogis and their mutterings. The news media has referred to it as a "mystical renaissance" and has attributed its growth to the increasing use of LSD and similar drugs.

Philadelphia believes the above-described conditions offer an opportunity for use in the counterintelligence field. Specifically, it is suggested that a few select top-echelon leaders of the New Left be subjected to harassment by a series of anonymous messages with a mystical connotation.

... It is believed that the periodic receipt of anonymous messages, as described above, could cause concern and mental anguish on the part of a "hand-picked" recipient or recipients. Suspicion, distrust, and disruption could follow.

Director to SAC, Philadelphia Dec. 4, 1968

In choosing a subject for such an approach, a thorough knowledge of his background and activities is necessary. In this regard, the subject or subjects chosen should be individuals with whom we have close contact through live informant coverage. Through these informants, we might be able to enhance the effect of the mailings by planning "appropriate" interpretations of the symbols.

SAC, New York to Director Jan. 21, 1969

Enclosed herewith are two copies of a suggested "news-letter", designed to ridicule the inaugural activities of the National Mobilization Committee and the work of its Chairman, DAVE DELLINGER.

DESPERATE DAVE DANGLES DINGUS

Murderously Mangles MOBE

Washington, D.C., Jan 20 - Speaking in his usual high pitched voice, Dave Dellinger, National Chairman of the National Mobilization Committee (MOBE), today claimed that the anti-inaugural demonstrations called by his organization had been responsible in getting the Paris peace talks going again.

Dellinger made this startling disclosure before an audience of newsmen in the dingy Hawthorne School which housed many of his followers. A cluster of the latter stood behind their Guru sniffling and fingering wilted. Dellinger, looking pale - more fairy-like than ever - tried to control the squeaks in his voice to no avail. "How many demonstrators did MOBE bring to the inaugural?", he was asked.

"At least 10,000," he answered.

"Bullshit", was heard in several sections of the room.

Dellinger shuffled his notes. "Let's make that 5,000."

"Bullshit."

"Would you believe 3,000?" Silence. Dave rolled his eyes at the ceiling. "I'm not going to play at numbers," he chirped. "What matters is that MOBE accomplished so much. We did get the peace talks going. We did break some windows in the National Geographic Society building. Despite police brutality, our brave people managed to throw cans and sticks at the President." His voice went higher - sounding like glass bells in a soft summer breeze. "We shook the establishment, gentlemen."

Associated Press stood up. "We understand MOBE is broke. That you lost control of the thing. That SDS and many other organizations in the peace movement refused to back you. That you have no idea how MOBE funds were spent."

Dellinger put a finger in his mouth and sucked it reflectively. Some minutes passed before he spoke. "MOBE is solvent, boys. As of this morning, we have $1.54 in the treasury. The price of peace is high." He tried to look grim. "SDS, of course, is just a bunch of dirty college kids with grass for brains. We didn't want them or need them." He formed his lips into a cute bow. "I must go now. We're hitching a ride back to New York today unless we can raise bus fare."

He shoved four fingers into his mouth and was led slowly from the room humming "We Shall Overcome."

SAC, Milwaukee to Director Feb. 14, 1969

At the present time the Milwaukee Office is exploring the possibility of exposing to the general public the fact that [            ] both of whom are [            ] at the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, have written articles for "Kaleidoscope," an underground newspaper published in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Much of the material appearing in "Kaleidoscope" is extremely pornographic in nature. [            ] and [            ] have been associated with the [            ] faction and have been very sympathetic toward the radical and New Left element. It is believed that by exposing their connection with "Kaleidoscope" public indignation could be aroused against them and the administration of the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, for permitting instructors at that school to engage in this type of activity.

SAC, Chicago to Director May 19, 1969

The referenced letter of May 1, 1969, was directed toward inhibiting the embryonic alliance formed locally recently between the Black Panther Party (BPP) and the Students for a Democratic Society (SDS). It was suggested that efforts be made to exploit the coalition by depicting the working relationship as an effort on the part of SDS to utilize the BPP as a mercenary group fighting a black war for white liberation.

In recent weeks also the local BPP group has effected a similar coalition with the Young Lords, a near north side Puerto Rican youth gang and the Young Patriots, the latter an off-shoot [of] Jobs Or Income Now (JOIN), an SDS affiliated groups of young whites. Chicago will follow this and related developments closely and as the opportunity presents itself will submit appropriate counterintelligence suggestions.

Director to SAC, Chicago May 21, 1969

Authority is granted to instruct selected BPP informants for use in creating a rift between the BPP an d the Students for a Democratic Society. These sources should be given different arguments so that this does not look like a plan. Your selection of the sources should be of those who are in a position to influence BPP thinking. Be careful that the sources do not find themselves isolated from the BPP leadership.

The Rational Observer FBI-authored, circa Oct. 1969

WHAT IS THE RATIONAL OBSERVER? It is an attempt by a small group of students, who love democracy, to preserve democracy and who believe that evil exposed is evil eliminated.

Director to SAC, San Francisco Nov. 3, 1969

Referenced airtel states that the New Mobilization Committee (NMC) has decided to purge the Socialist Workers' Party (SWP) and the Young Socialist Alliance (YSA) from the antiwar demonstration to be held in San Francisco on 11/15/69 and that all affiliation with the SWP and YSA is to be dissolved.

This situation seems to afford an excellent opportunity to drive a wedge between the SWP and the peace groups in the Los Angeles area.

Consistent with the security of your sources, you should prepare an anonymous communication criticizing the action taken by NMC in freezing the SWP and YSA out of the forthcoming demonstration.

SAC, Atlanta to Director Jan. 21, 1970 p. 2

It would appear that it would be greatly to the Bureau's advantage not to let thse two major factions in the Atlanta anti-war movement become overly friendly and cooperative. It is, therefore, suggested that the Bureau authorize the mailing of the following anonymous letter to DAVID SIMPSON:

Dear Dave,

... As a communist, which they say you are, you sure don't show any knowledge of communist tactics. Why don't you check out your Trot friends on the night before your "conference," and you might find that they are together, busy with plans as to how they will manipulate the coalition to their own specifications -- being gracious enough to throw you a few scraps to keep you happy.

Our revolution is a long way off if we have to wait for them to do it their way -- they've been carrying the ball for years, now it should be someone else's turn.

A Friend

SAC, New York to Director Feb. 3, 1970

Enclosed are two copies of a suggested "memorandum" concerning the National Steering Committee of the New Mobilization Committee To End The War In Vietnam (NMC), which is designed to cause splits within NMC leadership by pitting the non-Trotskyites against radicals who are members of the Socialist Workers Party (SWP). It is also designed to bring to the fore the small number of blacks actually serving on the steering committee.

MEMO TO: National Steering Committee

RE: The Absolute Racial Imbalance of the NSC

... My understanding at the time I joined NMC was that it was to be run as a non-exclusionary organization -- devoted to one primary cause, the immediate end of the frightful war in Vietnam. We were not to be side-tracked into supporting the aims of the militant left. We were not to be sucked into protests against the government's trial of the Conspiracy 8 in Chicago and the like. Our sights were to be adjusted at some later time when the war terminated. Or, so I thought.

Over the past several years the Trotskyites have literally taken control of the body proper and have repeatedly resisted efforts to recruit black brothers into NMC leadership. ...

SAC, Los Angeles to Director April 27, 1970 p. 2

It is proposed that the following letter from a fictitious person be sent to local columnists:

I was just thinking about you and remembered I still owe you a favor. So ----------- I was in Paris last week and ran into Jean Seberg, who was heavy with baby. I thought she and Romaine had gotten together again, but she confided the child belonged to [            ] of the Black Panthers, one [            ] The dear girl is getting around!

Anyway, I thought you might get a scoop on the others. Be good and I'll see you soon.

Love,

Sol

Usual precautions would be taken by the Los Angeles Division to preclude identification of the Bureau as the source of the letter if approval is granted.

Director to SAC, Los Angeles May 6, 1970

To protect the sensitive source of information from possible compromise and to insure the success of your plan, Bureau feels it would be better to wait approximately two additional months until Seberg's pregnancy would be obvious to everyone.

SAC, Los Angeles to Director June 3, 1970

Enclosed for the Bureau is a copy of an article by Hollywood "gossip" columnist JOYCE HABER, extracted from page 12, part IV, the 5/19/70 issue of the Los Angeles Times, presumably regarding the pregnancy of JEAN SEBERG, noted movie actress, by [            ]

Director to SAC, Chicago May 11, 1970

Subject: WOMEN'S LIBERATION MOVEMENT

The Bureau does not concur with your recommendations that a report on WLM activity within your division is not warranted at this time.

The WLM has emerged as a loosely structured, but nevertheless nationwide feminine activist movement comprised of women with political opinions ranging from liberal to radical extremism. Interwoven with its goals for equal rights for women, is the advocation for militancy and violence in achieving these goals. ...

In view of the above, it is absolutely essential that we conduct sufficient investigation to clearly establish subversive ramifications of the WLM and to determine the potential for violence presented by the various groups connected with this movement as well as any possible threat they may represent to the internal security of the United States.

EXPLOITATION of WOMEN'S MOVEMENT by SOCIALIST WORKERS PARTY circa 1970

The youth-oriented, antiestablishment trend that, among other acts, spawned the chronic protesters and "street people" of the 1960s, did much to jeopardize established morals and diminish long-prevailing concepts of femininity. It also activated a more militant era of the feminist movement, stimulated by women from numerous radical and New Left groups.

The object of this brief study is not the Women's Liberation Movement per se. Rather, the paper presents a penetrating look at the strategy and tactics being utilized by the SWP/YSA to influence and control the movement.

SAC, Los Angeles to Director June 17, 1970 p. 2

Bureau authority is requested in sending the following letter from a fictitious person to ARMY ARCHERD, Hollywood "gossip" columnist for the "Daily Variety", who noted in his 6/11/70 column that JANE FONDA, noted film actress, was to be present at the 6/13/70 Black Panther Party fund faising function sponsored by CUPP in Los Angeles.

Dear Army:

I saw your article about Jane Fonda in the "Daily Variety' last Thursday and happened to be present for Vadim's "Joan of Arc's" performance for the Black Panthers Saturday night. I hadn't been confronted with this Panther phenomena before but we were searched upon entering Embassy Auditorium, encouraged in revival-like fashion to contribute to defend jailed Panther leaders and buy guns for 'the coming revolution', and led by Jane and one of the Panther chaps in a 'we will kill Richard Nixon, and any other M----- F----- who stands in our way' refrain (which was shocking to say the least!) I think Jane has gotten in over her head as the whole atmosphere had the 1930's Munich beer-hall aura.

I also think my curiosity about the Panthers has been satisfied.

Regards

/s/ "Morris"

SAC, Detroit to Director Oct. 13, 1970

Detroit is proposing the disruption of the physical plant of the Radical Education Project (REP), 3908 Michigan Avenue, Detroit, Michigan. REP is a full time publishing outfit of the New Left through whose auspices numerous virulent revolutionary treatises reach the Left.

The Bureau is requested to prepare and furnish to Detroit in liquid form a solution capable of duplicating a scent of the most foul smelling feces available. A quart supply, along with a dispenser capable of squirting a narrow stream for a distance of approximately three feet would satisfy the needs for this proposed technique.

SAC, Newark to Director Oct. 16, 1970

In the 10/10/70 issue of, "The Black Panther", there are cartoons on pages 3, 4, and 5 depicting a woman holding a gun, a boy holding a gun and a "molotov coctail" and an elderly man holding a gun.

It is suggested the following letter, handwritten on "5 & 10" store-type paper, be sent to the BPP at 93 Summit Ave., Jersey City, NJ, BPP Headquarers:

Dear Pussycats:

I just read the 10/10/70 issue of your paper, particularly pages 3, 4, and 5 and was much impressed with the people's Army. A woman, a boy and an old man. Man, you sure are tough. You're a joke, man. You're some vanguard of the oppressed black.

With your leaders fleeing the country and "Huey the Homo" afraid to raise his voice for fear he'll get busted again, I guess all you got left are the women, kids, and old men. The rest are so dumb they can't be trusted with a weapon because they keep forgetting which end the bullet comes out of.

So go ahead, get high on wine and dream your alcoholic dreams of conquest. About the only successful conquest you can accomplish is over your modest and proper (what a joke) mattress back ladies auxiliary.

If you'd have joined us last year you'd have been a lot better off. You'd have had some brainpower behind you, but now? Big zero, with a revolving door leadership.

Newark SDS

Full precaution will be taken to protect the Bureau as the source of the letter, which will be written by a Special Agent and mailed to Newark, NJ.

Director to H. R. Haldeman April 25, 1972

During February, 1972, a confidential source, who has furnished reliable information in the past, advised that Lennon had contributed $75,000 to a newly organized New Left group formed to disrupt the Republican National Convention. The visas of Lennon and his wife, Yoko Ono, expired on February 29, 1972, and since that time Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) has been attempting to deport them.

NY Office to Acting Director Gray May 18, 1972

Third Narcotics District, New York Police Department advised that ? has been unable to make a narcotics case on the Lennons. NYPD continuing. NYO following.

SAC, New York to Director July 27, 1972

Miami should note that LENNON is reportedly a "heavy user of narcotics" known as "downers". This information should be emphasized to local Law Enforcement Agencies covering MIREP, with regards to subject being arrested if at all possible on possession of narcotics charge.

Local INS has very loose case in NY for deporting subject on narcotics charge involving 1968 arrest in England.

INS has stressed to Bureau that if LENNON were to be arrested in US for possession of narcotics he would become more likely to be immediately deportable.

COMINFIL -- SCLC

J. A. Sizoo to W.C. Sullivan Dec. 1, 1964

[           ] stated to DeLoach that he was faced with the difficult problem of taking steps to remove King from the national picture. It is, therefore, suggested that consideration be given to the following course of action:

That DeLoach have a further discussion with [           ] and offer to be helpful to [           ] in connection with the problem of the removal of King from the national scene;

That DeLoach suggest that [           ] might desire to call a meeting of Negro leaders in the country which might include, for instance, 2 or 3 top leaders in the civil rights movement such as James Farmer and A. Philip Randolph; 2 or 3 top Negro judges such as Judge Parsons and Judge Hasty; 2 or 3 top reputable ministers such as Robert Johnson, Moderator of the Washington City Presbytery; 2 or 3 other selected Negro officials from public life such as the Negro Attorney General from one of the New England states. These men could be called for the purpose of learning the facts as to the Bureau's performance in the fulfillment of its responsibilities under the Civil Rights statute, and this could well be done at such a meeting. In addition, the Bureau, on a highly confidential basis, could brief such a group on the security background of King [           ]. The use of a tape, such as contemplated in your memorandum, together with a transcript for convenience in following the tape, should be most convincing.

Anonymous Letter from FBI to Martin Luther King 1964

King, there is only one thing left for you to do. You know what it is. You have just 34 days in which to do (this exact number has been selected for a specific reason, it has definite practical significant. You are done. There is but one way out for you. You better take it before your filthy, abnormal fraudulent self is bared to the nation.

Black Nationalist - Hate Groups

Director to 23 Field Offices Aug. 26, 1967 p. 2 2/?

The purpose of this new counterintelligence endeavor is to expose, disrupt, misdirect, discredit, or otherwise neutralize the activities of black nationalist, hate-type organizations and groupings, their leadership, spokesmen, membership, and supporters, and to counter their propensity for violence and civil disorder.

The pernicious background of such groups, their duplicity, and devious maneuvers must be exposed to public scrutiny where such publicity will have a neutralizing effect. Efforts of the various groups to consolidate their forces or to recruit new or youthful adherents must be frustrated. No opportunity should be missed to exploit through counterintelligence techniques the organizational and personal conflicts of the leaderships of the groups and where possible an effort should be made to capitalize upon existing conflicts between competing black nationalist organizations. When an opportunity is apparant to disrupt or neutralize black nationalist, hate-type organizations through the cooperation of established local news media contacts or through such contact with sources available to the Seat of Government, in every instance careful attention must be given to the proposal to insure the targeted group is disrupted, ridiculed, or discredited through the publicity and not merely publicized.

Intensified attention under this program should be afforded to the activities of such groups as the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, Revolutionary Action Movement, the Deacons for Defense and Justice, Congress of Racial Equality, and the Nation of Islam. Particular emphasis should be given to extremists who direct the activities and policies of revolutionary or militant groups such as Stokely Carmichael, H. "Rap" Brown, Elijah Muhammad, and Maxwell Stanford.

G.C. Moore to W.C. Sullivan Feb. 29, 1968

The Counterintelligence Program is now being expanded to include 41 offices. ... For maximum effectiveness of the Counterintelligence Program, and to prevent wasted effort, long range goals are being set.

1. Prevent the coalition of militant black nationalist groups. In unity there is strength; a truism that is no less valid for all its triteness. An effective coalition of black nationalist groups might be the first step toward a real "Mau Mau" in America, the beginning of a true black revolution.

2. Prevent the rise of a "messiah" who could unify, and electrify, the militant black nationalist movement. Malcolm X might have been such a "messiah;" he is the martyr of the movement today. Martin Luther King, Stokely Carmichael and Elijah Muhammed all aspire to this position. Elijah Muhammed is less of a threat because of his age. King could be a very real contender for this position should he abandon his supposed "obedience" to "white, liberal doctrines" (nonviolence) and embrace black nationalism. Carmichael has the necessary charisma to be a real threat in this way.

3. Prevent violence on the part of black nationalist groups. This is of primary importance, and is, of course, a goal of our investigative activity; it should also be a goal of the Counterintelligence Program. Through counterintelligence it should be possible to pinpoint potential troublemakers and neutralize them before they exercise their potential for violence.

4. Prevent militant black nationalist groups and leaders from gaining respectability, by discrediting them to three separate segments of the community. The goal of discrediting black nationalists must be handled tactically in three ways. You must discredit these groups and individuals to, first, the responsible Negro community. Second, they must be discredited to the white community, both the responsible community and to "liberals" who have vestiges of sympathy for militant black nationalists simply because they are Negroes. Third, these groups must be discredited in the eyes of Negro radicals, the followers of the movement. This last area requires entirely different tactics from the first two. Publicity about violent tendencies and radical statements merely enhances black nationalists black nationalists to the last group; it adds "respectability" in a different way.

5. A final goal should be to prevent the long-range growth of militant black nationalist organizations, especially amony youth. Specific tactics to prevent these groups from converting young people must be developed.

(the above was then sent by the Director to Field Offices on March 4, 1968)

Director to SAC, Chicago May 15, 1968

Chicago airtel and [?] dated 5/2/68 and captioned "Richard Claxton Gregory" concern a speech by Gregory on 4/28/68 where he noted that "Syndicate hoods (are living all over. [sic] They are the filthiest snakes that exist on this earth." Referenced Bulet instructed you to develop counterintelligence action concerning militant black nationalist Dick Gregory.

Consider the use of this statement in developing a counterintelligence operation to alert La Cosa Nostra (LCN) to Gregory's attack on LCN. It is noted that other speeches by Gregory also contain attacks on the LCN.

G.C. Moore to W.C. Sullivan May 22, 1968

A source has advised that some leaders of the Poor People's Campaign (PPC) feel that the American Friends Service Committee (AFSC), a Quaker group, is trying to dominate the PPC in Washington, D.C. The AFSC has assisted the Southern Christian Leadership Conference in various phases of this campaign.

An item has been prepared, copy attached, to show this jealousy on the part of PPC leaders. It is felt this should be given [to] a cooperative news media source on a confidential basis by the Crime Records Division.

Fragment of FBU Memorandum July 10, 1968 1/?

It is suggested that consideration be given to convey the impression that CARMICHAEL is a CIA informant.

One method of accomplishing the above would be to have a carbon copy of informant report reportedly written by CARMICHAEL to the CIA carefully deposited in the automobile of a close Black Nationalist friend. The report should be so placed that it will be readily seen.

It is hoped that when the informant report is read it will help promote distrust between CARMICHAEL and the Black Community. It is suggested that carbon copy of report be used to indicate that CARMICHAEL turned original copy into CIA and kept carbon copy for himself.

It is also suggested that we inform a certain percentage of reliable criminal and racial informants that "we heard from reliable sources that CARMICHAEL is a CIA agent". It is hoped that these informants would spread the rumor in various large Negro communities across the land.

Director to 42 Field Offices August 5, 1968 p. 2

The Miami Division developed a source at a local television station and the source produced a news special on black nationalists and on the New Left.

As you are aware publicity about New Left and black nationalist groups, especially television coverage, sometimes enhances the stature of these groups. At the same time, Miami has demonstrated that a carefully planned television show can be extremely effective in showing these extremists for what they are. Local New Left and black nationalist leaders were interviewed on the show and seemed to have been chosen for either their inability to articulate or their simpering and stupid appearance.

Miami furnished a film of this show for Bureau review and it was apparent that the television source used the very best judgement in editing comments by these extremists. He brought out that they were in favor of violent revolution without their explaining why. But he also brought out that they, personally, would be afraid to lead a violent revolution, making them appear to be cowards. The interview of black nationalist leaders on the show had the leaders seated, ill at ease, in hard chairs. Full-length camera shots showed each movement as they squirmed about in their chairs, resembling rats trapped under scientific observation.

Each counterintelligence office should be alert to exploit this technique both for black nationalists and New Left types. ... Success in this case resulted from hard work and acumen on the part of the Agents who handled the matter. Especially important was the choice of individuals interviewed as they did not have the ability to stand up to a professional newsman.

G.C. Moore to W.C. Sullivan Sept. 27, 1968 p. 2 2/?

The extremist BPP of Oakland, California, is rapidly expanding. It is the most violence-prone organization of all the extremist groups now operating in the United States. This group has a record of violence and connections with foreign revolutionaries. It puts particular emphasis on not only verbal attacks but also physical attacks on police.

These suggestions are to create factionalism between not only the national leaders but also local leaders, steps to neutralize all organizational efforts of the BPP as well as create suspicion amongst the leaders as to each others sources of finances, suspicion concerning their respective spouses and suspicion as to who may be cooperating with law enforcement. In addition, suspicion should be developed as to who may be attempting to gain control of the organization for their own private betterment, as well as suggestions as to the best method of exploiting the foreign visits made by BPP members. We are also soliciting recommendations as to the best method of creating opposition to the BPP on the part of the majority of the residents of the ghetto area.

G.C. Moore to W.C. Sullivan Oct. 10, 1968 1/?

There is a feud between the two most prominent black nationalist extremist groups, The Black Panthers and SNCC. Attached item notes that the feud is being continued by SNCC circulating the statement that:

"According to zoologists, the main difference between a panther and other large cats is that the panther has the smallest head."

This is biologically true. Publicity to this effect might help neutralize Black Panther recruiting efforts.

ACTION:

That attached item, captioned "Panther Pinheads," be furnished to a cooperative news media source by the Crime Records Division on a confidential basis. We will be alert for other ways to exploit this item.

SAC, Detroit to Director Nov. 22, 1968

Per suggestion set forth in re Bureau airtel, Detroit requests mailing letters prepared on commercially purchased paper to various members of the Republic of New Africa (RNA) with the exception of RICHARD HENRY, signed by a concerned RNA brother. The letter will read as follows:

Dear Brother and Sister:

Lately I have been concerned about the lack of funds of the RNA. I know that many brothers and sisters have paid taxes and have donated on various occasions to the Republic. Where has the money gone, and why haven't we purchased our land with it?

I do not make any direct accusation at any brother or sister but I would like to know how Brother Imari owns a house, supports a family, and travels all over the country when he is not even working. I think we all deserve an explanation of the use of the RNA money, and I think we are foolish to donate and pay taxes to support one man, when the Republic is in such dire need of money. I think this question should be raised at the next Wednesday meeting. I'm not signing my name because I do not want to create a personal conflict among us.

A Concerned Brother

This letter will be mailed to Detroit members of the RNA only and if a favorable response is received, a similar letter will be prepared for nationwide RNA member circulation.

Director to SAC, Baltimore Nov. 25, 1968 fragment

For the information of recipient offices a serious struggle is taking place between the Black Panther Party and the US organization. The struggle has reached such proportions that it is taking on the aura of gang warfare with attendant threats of murder and reprisals.

In order to fully capitalize upon BPP and US differences as well as to exploit all avenues of creating further dissension in the ranks of the BPP, recipient offices are instructed to submit imaginative and hard-hitting counterintelligence measures aimed at crippling the BPP.

BPP vs. US FBI Cartoons circa. Nov. 1968 The Black Panther Coloring Book (FBI-authored)

SAC, Los Angeles to Director Nov. 29, 1968

The Los Angeles Office is currently preparing an anonymous letter for Bureau approval which will be sent to the Los Angeles Black Panther Party (BPP) supposedly from a member of the "US" organization in which it will be stated that the youth group of the "US" organization is aware of the BPP "contract" to kill RON KARENGA, a leader of "US", and they, "US" members, in retaliation, have made plans to ambush leaders of the BPP in Los Angeles.

It is hoped this counterintelligence measure will result in an "US" and BPP vendetta.

Director to SAC, Detroit Dec. 3, 1968

Detroit is authorized to send the anonymous letter set out in relet to selected members of the Republic of New Africa (RNA) using commercially purchased stationery.

Criticism of leaders of black nationalist extremist groups, such as the RNA, for misusing funds, is an effective method of neutralizing those leaders. Since this is an anonymous letter, there is no possibility of embarrassment to the Bureau.

SAC, Chicago to Director Jan. 22, 1969

Over the years considerable thought has been given, and action taken with Bureau approval, relating to methods through which the NOI could be discredited in the eyes of the general black populace or through which factionalism among the leadership could be created. Serious consideration has also been given towards developing ways and means of changing NOI philosophy to one whereby the members could be developed into useful citizens and the organization developed into one emphasizing religion - the brotherhood of mankind - and self improvement. Factional disputes have been developed - the most notable being MALCOLM X LITTLE.

Director to SAC, Chicago Jan. 30, 1969

Authority is granted to mail anonymous letter to Jeff Fort, as suggested in relet, in care of the First Presbyterian Church, 6401 South Kimbark, Chicago, Ill.

Brother Jeff:

I've spent some time wiht some Panther friends on the west side lately and I know what's been going on. The brothers that run the Panthers blame you for blocking their thing and there's supposed to be a hit out for you. I'm not a Panther or a Ranger, just black. From what I see these Panthers are our for themselves not black people. I think you ought to know that their up to, I know what I'd do if I was you. You might hear from me again.

A black brother you don't know

SAC, St. Louis to Director Feb. 14, 1969 p. 2 2/?

The following counter-intelligence activity is being proposed by the St. Louis Division to be direc