Contrasting Approaches to Iraq and Legacy of Reaganism

The chapter analyzes the Gulf Wars, comparing the strategies of George H.W. Bush and George W. Bush in dealing with Iraq and the aftermath of their decisions. It explores the differing views of Edward Teller and Oppenheimer on nuclear weapons, transitions to geopolitical events in 1991 and 2003, and speculates on how Ronald Reagan might have handled these situations. The discussion delves into the influence of Reaganism on foreign policy decisions, highlighting shifts in approaches to international relations and domestic policies.