Chapter
The Iraq War’s Lingering Impact
51:53 - 57:04 (05:11)
The damage from the Iraq War continues to shape American foreign policy, with some fearing that any intervention may lead to another deadly and costly conflict.
Clips
This podcast discusses America's reluctance to take on another war, a war whose primary justification would be humanitarian, despite the ongoing crisis in Syria.
51:53 - 55:07 (03:14)
Summary
This podcast discusses America's reluctance to take on another war, a war whose primary justification would be humanitarian, despite the ongoing crisis in Syria. It explores the impact the Iraq war had on America's mindset and the disparity in response to humanitarian crises in different parts of the world.
ChapterThe Iraq War’s Lingering Impact
EpisodePart Two: Bashar al Assad: The Eye Doctor Who Murdered a Nation
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The American perception of the Middle East suffers from a lack of nuance and understanding of the complexities of various countries and conflicts, partly due to the legacy of the Bush administration's actions.
55:07 - 57:04 (01:57)
Summary
The American perception of the Middle East suffers from a lack of nuance and understanding of the complexities of various countries and conflicts, partly due to the legacy of the Bush administration's actions. This makes it difficult to take effective action to address issues like the situation in Syria.