Action Quote by Bernard Lewis
“My position on that has been misrepresented again and again and again in the media. Let me make it clear. There are two wars in Iraq. The first one was absolutely necessary and entirely justifiable. Saddam Hussein had attacked and invaded Kuwait, a sovereign independent state, it was a blatant act of aggression, and action was justifiable and necessary. I have no problems with that at all.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Television interview, 2002, BBC News
The speaker claims the media has repeatedly distorted his view, emphasizing that the first Iraq war was justified due to Saddam's invasion of Kuwait, while denying any criticism of that conflict.
In simple terms: He says the media misrepresents him and that the first Iraq war was necessary because of aggression.
Key Takeaway
Recognize media bias and focus on factual justification.
Themes
media bias
war justification
political rhetoric
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
political
historical
When to use this quote
- public debates
- media analysis
- policy discussions
- educational settings
Key Concepts
just war theory
propaganda
historical context
Questions to Reflect On
- How does media framing affect public perception of war?
- What criteria determine a war's justification?
A Different Perspective
The statement overlooks the broader consequences and controversies of the war.
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