Detail from book cover: "The War Over Iraq" by William Kristol and Lawrence Kaplan
Detail from book cover: "The War Over Iraq" by William Kristol and Lawrence Kaplan

The War Over Iraq: Why Saddam Must Go . . . and Why America Must Lead

Mar 5, 2003

William Kristol and Lawrence Kaplan argue that a successful nation-building effort in Iraq will not only be a catalyst for change in the Middle East but also serve as proof that there is a compatibility between American interests and ideals.

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