Pandora's Trap

Presidential Decision Making and Blame Avoidance in Vietnam and Iraq

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• Thomas Preston

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• Pages: 276 pages
• Temps de lecture: 10 heures

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Examining the influence of presidential personality and leadership style on foreign policy, this book delves into the Bush administration's decision-making during the Iraq War. Through interviews with key officials, it reveals how they justified their actions and attempted to evade accountability. The author contrasts Bush's approach with Lyndon Johnson's during the Vietnam War, highlighting both similarities and critical differences. This analysis serves as a cautionary tale for future leaders, emphasizing the need to consider the long-term impacts of their immediate policy decisions.

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• Année de publication: 2011
• Reliure: (rigide)