There would have been only one thing worse than the release of the agent files

The public outrage over the release of agent files is understandable, especially with cases like Sándor Lezsák, mistakenly listed as an informant. Many are concerned that it may take months to clarify whether individuals were actual informants or victims of failed recruitment. The available documents may not reveal the personal tragedies behind the recruitment pressures. The released list is incomplete, containing about 60,000 names, while estimates suggest the total could be around 150,000 to 160,000 due to mass document destruction during the regime change. Additionally, there are concerns about the manner of release, as it may cause pain to individuals involved. Critics argue that the files should not have been released without proper context, but delaying the process for expert analysis may not have been effective either.