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Iraq War
The Baghdad School of Music and Ballet Fights for Its Life
The fine arts and other positive escapes are an integral part of the psychosocial development of war-affected children.
Thirteen Years After Disastrous US Invasion of Iraq, Obama Quietly Deploys More Troops
Obama is the fourth consecutive president to militarily intervene in Iraq, despite pledges to end war.
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Why Is My Kindergartner Being Groomed for the Military at School?
In the US, young children are primed for military recruitment before they're old enough to ask questions. How can we push back?
Will Washington Repeat the Mistakes That Led to the Iraq War?
On the question of the US use of military force, the past didn't go anywhere - it's not even past.
Baghdad Kidnappings: American Civilians Work for US Defense on Iraq’s Special Forces Program
The question of using American contractors to train Iraq's special forces is in sharp focus.
The Pentagon’s Progress: Will US “Successes” Lead to More Iraqi Military Failures?
History suggests that time is no panacea when Washington attempts to prop up, advise or build armies.
Why Rand Paul Called Hillary Clinton a Neocon
Rand Paul recently labeled Hillary Clinton a neocon. The accusation may sound laughable, until one looks at her record.
Bush 41 Finally Speaks on Iraq War
A dozen years too late, President George W Bush has given voice to his doubts about rushing into the Iraq War, mainly blaming his advisors.
Millions Died Because Kissinger Prolonged the Vietnam War for Years After Betraying Peace Treaty
In order to understand the disastrous trajectory of US foreign policy, one must understand Henry Kissinger.
What If They Gave a War and Everyone Came? What Could Possibly Go Wrong?
No one is predicting a world war from the mess in Syria. However, one finds a lot of pieces in play inside a tinderbox.