Cybersecurity Review Sets Turf Battle - WSJ.com

[David Farber <dave () farber net>]

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB124113159891774733.html

WASHINGTON -- President Barack Obama's cybersecurity review has  
ignited turf battles inside the White House, with economic adviser  
Lawrence Summers weighing in to prevent what he sees as a potential  
threat to economic growth, according to people familiar with the  
deliberations.

During the presidential campaign, Mr. Obama said he would appoint a  
cybersecurity adviser who would report directly to him on efforts to  
secure U.S. computer networks against spies, criminals and terrorists.

However, a White House review of cybersecurity policy has produced  
spirited debate on how high the adviser should rank and who should  
have veto power over his or her moves. A senior administration  
official called the debate an example of "creative tension," adding:  
"Far from being concerned about creative tension, I think this  
president and this team welcomes it...because, quite frankly, we've  
got to get this right."


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