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The U.S. Invasion of Iraq: A Look at Intelligence, 20 Years Later

Intelligence Matters

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Cherry-Picking Intelligence: The Gap Between Analysis and Policy

This chapter explores the pressures intelligence officials faced before the U.S. invaded Iraq, emphasizing how information was selectively presented to support a specific narrative. It critically analyzes the disconnect between public statements from officials and the actual intelligence assessments, suggesting a deliberate manipulation of data.

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