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“Did Christopher Hitchens change his mind about waterboarding? ” by Isaac King

LessWrong (Curated & Popular)

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Exploring the Truth Behind Hitchens' Waterboarding Stance

This chapter investigates Christopher Hitchens' evolving views on waterboarding, analyzing his initial support and subsequent recognition of it as torture after personal experience. It also addresses the broader implications of his stance within the post-9/11 context and the varied interpretations from his supporters and critics.

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