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President Bush's concern about Saddam Hussein's pursuit of weapons of mass destruction and potential collaboration with terrorists is discussed. Joe Biden, as chair of the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, strongly supports granting President Bush the authority to start a war with Iraq. Biden's role in ensuring the war's authorization is highlighted, with criticism that he limited debate and distorted information. The false claims of Iraq's possession of chemical, biological, and nuclear weapons are mentioned. The devastating impact of the Iraq war, including American and contractor casualties, injuries, and instability in the region, is emphasized. The deception of the American people and the lack of evidence supporting the war's justifications are addressed.

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Shortly after 9/11, the speaker encountered Secretary Rumsfeld and Deputy Secretary Wolfowitz at the Pentagon. A general called him urgently, revealing that they had decided to go to war with Iraq. When asked why, the general admitted they didn't have any new evidence connecting Saddam to Al Qaeda. The decision was made because they didn't know what else to do about terrorism and believed their military could overthrow governments. Weeks later, the speaker asked if they were still going to war with Iraq, to which the general responded that it was even worse. He showed the speaker a classified memo outlining plans to attack seven countries in five years, starting with Iraq and ending with Iran. The speaker regrets not seeing the memo and asks for the general's name.

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They lied, claiming Saddam was developing nuclear weapons. They said there were weapons of mass destruction, but there were none, and they knew it. They claimed removing Saddam would have enormous positive reverberations on the region. Going into Iraq may have been the worst decision any president has made in the history of the country. We should have never been in Iraq.

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The speaker discusses the Iraq war and how they believe the American people were deceived by the neocons. They claim that false information was spread about Saddam Hussein's involvement in the World Trade Center attacks and the anthrax attacks that followed. The speaker also mentions that the FBI traced the anthrax to a U.S. government source at Fort Detrick. They argue that the Patriot Act, which was passed during this time, undermined the Constitution and reopened the bioweapons arms race. The speaker concludes by stating that the act allowed federal officials to violate international bioweapons agreements without facing prosecution.

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The speaker talks about the reasons behind the Iraq war, dismissing the idea of nuclear weapons or biological weapons. They mention that the war was all about oil. They recall an incident where an inspector found no evidence of nuclear weapons, but later committed suicide under suspicious circumstances. The speaker also describes the sight of numerous oil pipes when they entered Iraq, with many of them on fire, causing the sky to be black for days.

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Speaker 1 and Speaker 2 discuss the decision to go to war in Iraq. Speaker 1 believes Saddam had weapons of mass destruction, and the burden was on him to prove otherwise. He thinks the war was based on the totality of circumstances, not just the presence of weapons. Speaker 2 opposed the war from the start, doubting the existence of nuclear weapons and trusting George Bush's word. He believed the war was unnecessary and was only meant to unite the United Nations for inspections.

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The speaker recalls a conversation about going to war with Iraq. They question the reason behind it and inquire about any evidence linking Saddam to Al Qaeda, but there is none. The speaker later learns about a memo outlining plans to attack seven countries in five years, starting with Iraq and ending with Iran. When they ask if the memo is classified, the person confirms it is. The speaker mentions bringing up the memo again in a recent conversation, but the person denies ever showing it to them.

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The speaker emphasizes the need to compel Iraq to destroy its weapons of mass destruction and expresses belief that the resolution is a march towards peace and security. Another speaker criticizes Joe Biden for his role in the Iraq war, stating that he used his position as chair of the foreign relations committee to ensure the war was authorized. It is mentioned that Biden prevented experts from testifying and controlled the senate debate, leading to distorted information. Additionally, Biden opposed an amendment that would have required further authorization for the war. The speaker concludes that Biden's actions played a major role in getting the war resolution passed.

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The war in Iraq was a mistake by George Bush. The U.S. should have never been in Iraq because it destabilized the Middle East. The speaker claims "they" lied about weapons of mass destruction, asserting that there were none.

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The speaker recalls a conversation where a general informed him that the decision to go to war with Iraq had been made without any evidence connecting Saddam to Al Qaeda. The general mentioned that the military's only solution to dealing with terrorists was to take down governments. Later, the speaker learned about a memo outlining plans to attack seven countries in five years, starting with Iraq. The video then mentions military operations in Syria, Lebanon, Libya, Somalia, and Sudan. It concludes by mentioning the investigation into the misuse of intelligence information and the speaker's belief that evidence points to wrongdoing.

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After 9/11, a general told me the decision to go to war with Iraq was made without evidence linking Saddam to Al Qaeda. Plans were revealed to take out 7 countries in 5 years, starting with Iraq, then Syria, Lebanon, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Iran. Military operations began in Iraq and Syria. The situation in Syria was discussed, acknowledging the distressing images coming out of the country.

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The speaker discusses the search for weapons in Iraq and how it evolved over time. They mention the sinking feeling when no weapons were found initially, but then received tips about buried crates in the Euphrates River, which turned out to be false. The inspectors were sent back in, but ultimately, there was no evidence of weapons. However, the speaker believes Saddam Hussein was still dangerous and capable of making weapons. The conversation also touches on the outrage over Abu Ghraib and the lack of accountability for the false WMD claims.

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Dr. Paul and the other speaker discuss a sequence of public claims and shifts regarding Venezuela, Nicolas Maduro, and the Cartel de los Soles. They begin by recalling a $50,000,000 bounty on President Nicolas Maduro of Venezuela, arguing that Maduro is the head of a narco-terrorist drug cartel called Cartel de los Soles. They note that Secretary of State-designate Marco Rubio stated in November that the State Department intends to designate Cartel de los Soles as a foreign terrorist organization headed by the illegitimate Nicolas Maduro, asserting that the group has corrupted Venezuela’s institutions and is responsible for terrorist violence conducted with other designated foreign terrorist organizations, as well as for trafficking drugs into the U.S. and Europe. The speakers claim that for weeks Americans were exposed to a narrative portraying foreign narco-terrorist cartels running the country and that this narrative influenced public opinion, making some believe it might be acceptable to take drastic actions, including attacking boats, on the premise that “they’re all terrorists.” They then point to a development that “dropped yesterday,” presenting a clip that, once Maduro was “in their grasp,” the Justice Department allegedly dropped the claim that Venezuela’s Cartel de los Soles is an actual group. They assert that after months of hype intended to drum up support for invading Venezuela, the claim was retracted, with the implication that the government figures had misrepresented the situation. The speakers compare this sequence to the Iraq WMD narrative, asserting that officials “swore up and down for years” about WMDs, and when the invasion occurred they were shown joking about the existence of WMDs. They recall President George W. Bush joking about WMDs at a White House Correspondents’ Dinner, looking under the couch and the coffee table, asking “Where’s those WMDs?” They conclude by likening the Cartel de los Soles to the WMDs of their operation, arguing that the construct is already completely falling apart. The overarching claim is that the Cartel de los Soles was used as a justification for aggressive action, and that the narrative surrounding the cartel has been exposed as unreliable or false.

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About 10 days after 9/11, the speaker met with Secretary Rumsfeld at the Pentagon. A general informed him that they had decided to go to war with Iraq, but when asked why, the general had no answer. There was no evidence linking Saddam to Al Qaeda, but they felt they had a strong military and could overthrow governments. Later, the speaker learned that there was a memo outlining plans to attack seven countries in five years, starting with Iraq and ending with Iran. The speaker asked if the memo was classified, and it was confirmed to be so.

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The speaker asserts people desire freedom and will overthrow dictators like Saddam Hussein if given the opportunity. When asked about finding evidence of chemical, biological, or nuclear weapons, the speaker states there is no question that the U.S. has evidence Iraq possesses biological and chemical weapons. This was the reason for military action to disarm Saddam Hussein. The speaker suggests reporters embedded with the military will find this evidence firsthand and the findings will be self-evident. When asked directly if the speaker expects the weapons to be found, the speaker reiterates Saddam Hussein possesses biological and chemical weapons, and this will become clear during the operation.

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The speakers discuss their memories of watching the war in Iraq on TV. They recall the bombing and express their disbelief at the lack of evidence for weapons of mass destruction. They mention Alex Jones getting sued for a large sum of money and compare it to the lack of consequences for those responsible for the deaths in Iraq. They reflect on the absurdity of the situation and question the true source of misinformation.

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"Of the war in Iraq was a big fat mistake. They lied. Okay. They said there were weapons of mass destruction. There were none, and they knew there were none." "Bush got us into this horrible war with lies by lying, by saying they had weapons of mass destruction, by saying all sorts of things that turned out not to be true." "I lost a lot of friends that were killed in that building. The worst attack ever in this country, it was during his presidency." "We spent $2,000,000,000,000, thousands of lives, wounded warriors all over the place we're in."

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The speaker is searching for weapons of mass destruction. The speaker states there are no weapons in one location. The speaker then suggests the weapons may be in another location.

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Speaker 0: Fife faced criticism for his involvement in the Iraq war and accusations of manipulating information. Speaker 1 claims Fife produced alternative intelligence reports linking Saddam to Al Qaeda, but some of these reports have been discredited. The Pentagon's inspector general found Fife's activities inappropriate but not illegal. Speaker 2 agrees with the rebuke but acknowledges the devastating losses in Iraq. When asked if the war was the right decision, Speaker 2 believes the president made the right choice based on the information available. The Project For A New American Century, a think tank connected to the war's architects, is mentioned, including Bill Kristol, Robert Kagan, Randy Schoeman, and Donald Rumsfeld. General Wesley Clark previously revealed a plan for regime change and war.

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James Clapper was allegedly on the team that manufactured the intelligence assessment about Iraq's WMDs that led to the Iraq war. According to the speaker, Clapper wrote in his book that he and his team created something that was not there. The speaker claims that Clapper's actions in 2016, as Obama's Director of National Intelligence, show that he has no problem politicizing, manufacturing, and weaponizing intelligence for a political outcome.

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About ten days after 9/11, the speaker describes going through the Pentagon and seeing Secretary Rumsfeld. A general then pulls him aside and says they must talk briefly. The general says, “we’ve made the decision. We’re going to war with Iraq.” When the speaker asks, “Why?” the general replies, “I guess they don’t know what else to do.” The speaker asks if they found information connecting Saddam to Al Qaeda. The response is, “No. There’s nothing new that way.” The general explains they had “made the decision to go to war with Iraq,” and that it seems, as the speaker reflects, “we don’t know what to do about terrorists, but we got a good military and we can take down governments.” A few weeks later, the speaker returns to see the general amid bombing campaigns in Afghanistan and inquires again, “We still going to war with Iraq?” The answer is presented as worse than prior: the speaker says the general tells him, “I just got this down from upstairs, meeting the secretary of defense office today.” He describes a memo that outlines “how we're gonna take out seven countries in five years, starting with Iraq and then Syria, Lebanon, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and finishing off Iran.” The speaker asks if the memo is classified, and the general confirms, “yes, sir.” He adds, “Don’t show it to” (the transcript ends there). Key elements include the asserted decision to invade Iraq without evidence of a direct link to Al Qaeda, the perception that the administration chose military action because other options were unclear, and the claim of a broader plan to “take out seven countries in five years” beginning with Iraq and extending through Syria, Lebanon, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Iran, with the memo described as classified. The account ties the Iraq invasion decision to a larger strategic agenda and emphasizes a chain of communication from the secretary of defense’s office to field-level comprehension, all within the context of ongoing Afghanistan bombing.

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The speaker argues that the war in Iraq resulted in an enormous, unrecoverable cost: “we spent $2,000,000,000,000, thousands of lives,” and that the outcome left the United States with nothing to show for it. The speaker contends that Iran is now taking over Iraq, describing it as having “the second largest oil reserves in the world,” and asserts that this outcome proves the involvement in Iraq was a mistake. The speaker states that George Bush made a mistake and that the United States “should have never been in Iraq,” claiming that the intervention destabilized the Middle East. Regarding accountability, the speaker questions whether Bush should be impeached and suggests a preference for letting the other party decide how to label the issue, saying, “So you still think he should be impeached? I think it's my turn, ain't it? You do whatever you want.” The speaker emphasizes a belief that those responsible “lied,” specifically about weapons of mass destruction, asserting, “They said there were weapons of mass destruction. There were none, and they knew there were none. There were no weapons of mass destruction. Alright.” In sum, the speaker presents three core assertions: (1) the Iraq War was extraordinarily costly in financial terms and human lives, and produced no tangible gain; (2) the war destabilized the Middle East and empowered Iran to increase influence in Iraq, which the speaker frames as a mistaken outcome; and (3) the leaders claimed WMDs existed when they did not, asserting that there were no weapons of mass destruction and that those claims were knowingly false. The dialogue also touches on impeachment as a potential consequence for the leadership involved, framed through the speaker’s yes-or-no stance and interjections about accountability.

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The speaker discusses the Iraq war and how they believe the American people were deceived by the neocons. They mention that false information was spread about Saddam Hussein's involvement in the World Trade Center attacks and the anthrax attacks that followed. The speaker claims that the anthrax came from a U.S. government source and was sent to senators who were opposing the Patriot Act. They argue that the Patriot Act, which was passed during this time, infringed upon the Constitution and reopened the bioweapons arms race. The speaker concludes that the act effectively allowed for crimes without punishment.

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Did Iraq have WMD's? w/ Ari Fleischer | PBD Podcast | Ep. 210

Guests: Ari Fleischer

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In this episode, Patrick Bet-David interviews Ari Fleischer, the former White House press secretary for President George W. Bush. Fleischer discusses the challenges of his role during a tumultuous time, particularly post-9/11, and reflects on the current divisiveness in American politics. He notes that while today's political climate feels extreme, historical comparisons show that past elections, such as the 1800 election between Jefferson and Adams, were even more acrimonious. Fleischer traces the roots of modern political divisiveness back to the end of Bush's presidency, particularly due to the Iraq War and the language used against Bush, which escalated to accusations of being a "war criminal." He emphasizes the role of social media in amplifying negative discourse and how it has changed political communication. He believes that the pendulum of American politics will eventually swing back toward moderation and civility. The conversation shifts to the potential for a unifying political leader to emerge, akin to Ronald Reagan, who could inspire respect across party lines. Fleischer expresses hope that such a leader will rise, emphasizing the importance of moral leadership in politics. He also discusses the challenges of being a spokesperson for a president, highlighting the need for preparation and the ability to anticipate questions from the press. Fleischer shares anecdotes from his time in the White House, including a notable moment when he refused to confirm military deployment information during a live briefing, which he felt resonated with the American public. He reflects on the importance of believing in the president's agenda to withstand criticism and navigate the press. The discussion then turns to the legacy of George W. Bush, particularly regarding the Iraq War and the intelligence failures surrounding weapons of mass destruction (WMD). Fleischer asserts that the decision to go to war was based on the belief that Saddam Hussein possessed WMD, a conclusion shared by multiple intelligence agencies worldwide. He acknowledges the long-term implications of this decision on Bush's legacy. Fleischer also addresses the current political landscape, including the potential candidacies of Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis for the presidency. He notes that while Trump has a strong base, DeSantis may appeal to a broader audience due to his decision-making style. The conversation touches on the role of media bias and the need for diversity of thought in journalism, with Fleischer advocating for more conservative voices in the media. Finally, Fleischer discusses the impact of social media and the changing dynamics of political communication, emphasizing the importance of adapting to new platforms while maintaining journalistic integrity. He concludes by expressing optimism about the future of American democracy and the potential for new leaders to emerge.

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How to Sell a War to the American People

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In February, MI6 director Richard Dearlove met CIA director George Tenet to discuss Iraq, revealing the U.S. planned to invade regardless of public claims. The Downing Street memo, leaked in 2005, showed the U.S. was manipulating intelligence to justify the invasion, focusing on weapons of mass destruction and ties to Al Qaeda. Despite extensive inspections finding no WMDs, the Bush administration proceeded with war, resulting in significant casualties and no evidence linking Iraq to terrorism.