| Description |
1 online resource (xix, 249 pages) |
| Contents |
The fear factor : how it shaped political decisions and policy -- The George W. Bush administration : the case for war with Iraq -- The United States Congress and Iraq : checks, balance and oversight -- The news media : reporting and the run-up to war -- The Iraq War : reflections, repercussions and resolution |
| Summary |
The book explores the dynamic and dysfunctional relationships between the executive and legislative branches of government and the news media after the attacks of September 11, 2001. Their collective behavior led to the Iraq war in March 2003. The proper functioning of those two branches of government and the news media as watchdog was nowhere to be found. Perfect for students and those interested in politics, government, journalism, media studies/public policy, and international affairs/relations |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 233-243) and index |
| Notes |
Text in English |
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Description based on print version record and CIP data provided by publisher; resource not viewed |
| Subject |
Executive-legislative relations -- United States
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September 11 Terrorist Attacks, 2001 -- Influence.
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September 11 Terrorist Attacks, 2001 -- Press coverage
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HISTORY -- Military -- Iraq War (2003- )
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Executive-legislative relations
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Influence (Literary, artistic, etc.)
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Politics and government
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Press coverage
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War -- Causes
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| SUBJECT |
Iraq War, 2003-2011 -- Causes
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Iraq War, 2003-2011 -- Political aspects -- United States
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United States -- Politics and government -- 2001-2009. http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh2001002071
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| Subject |
Iraq
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United States
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| LC no. |
2021675788 |
| ISBN |
9780739179956 |
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0739179950 |
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