“If the thumbnail version of the Iraq war was that Bush lied about WMD, the thumbnail version of Obama's war in Afghanistan is that the generals pushed him into a war he didn't want to fight.”
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Michael Hastings
Michael Hastings (January 28, 1980 - June 18, 2013) was an American journalist known for his in-depth reporting on political and military issues. He gained recognition for his coverage of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, particularly for his revealing reports on the misconduct of U.S. military operations. Hastings' work often exposed government misdeeds and the truth behind military actions, having a significant impact on public opinion. more
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