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Book SynopsisThe book explores the dynamic and dysfunctional relationships between the executive and legislative branches of government and the news media after the attacks of September 11, 2001. Their collective behavior led to the Iraq war in March 2003.
Trade ReviewBy focusing on the failures of journalism and the official fakery surrounding the U.S. invasion of Iraq, Mary Cardaras reminds us of an important truth: democracy cannot thrive without an informed electorate and an independent press. -- Peter Eisner, former editor at Washington Post and The Associated Press
Table of ContentsPrologue Introduction Chapter 1: The Fear Factor: How It Shaped Political Decisions and Policy Chapter 2: The George W. Bush Administration: The Case for War with Iraq Chapter 3: The United States Congress and Iraq: Checks, Balance and Oversight Chapter 4: The News Media: Reporting and the Run-Up to War Chapter 5: The Iraq War: Reflections, Repercussions & Resolution Bibliography
