Rationale of War Debate Says Intelligence Hoax Claims Rise
Washington Post columnist Jim Hoagland weighs how Democrats and media frame the Iraq war as a possible intelligence hoax. He argues support was a mix of reasons beyond WMD and cautions against turning postwar critique into spin. He notes divergent views among allies and questions whether Saddam hid or destroyed weapons while urging credible future searches.
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Jim Hoagland
Washington Post Writer's Group
Country fears grip city boy in Gurley column
George Gurley of rural Baldwin writes in the Journal World about migrating from city danger to country dread. He imagines armed defenses and nightmare predators while debating whether the country is safer or just different, recalling Milton and popular culture as he grapples with fear and intrusion.
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Flight suit is first step to presidency
Imaginary Americans ask if Dave is running again and he confirms his candidacy. He vows to win fairly this time after the 2000 election dispute involving the Supreme Court. He frames his campaign as patriotic and promises leadership, noting President Bush’s recent military display.
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Dave Barry on campaign humor and military flight suit bragging
The humor columnist mocks political campaigns and military bravado. He parodies President Bush and Democrats, recalls a ride in an F-16, and jokes about national security and campaign cash. The piece ends with a self deprecating note about Dave Barry’s persona as a humor columnist for the Miami Herald.
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