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#478 – Scott Horton: The Case Against War and the Military Industrial Complex

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Navigating Turmoil: The Iranian Revolution and U.S. Foreign Policy

This chapter examines the intricate political landscape during the Iranian Revolution and the subsequent hostage crisis, highlighting U.S. involvement and strategies during the late 1970s. It discusses the complexities of American support for regimes like Saddam Hussein amidst rising geopolitical tensions and critiques the naiveté of U.S. responses to Iranian nationalism. Additionally, the chapter reflects on the broader implications of Cold War interventions, including the Iran-Contra scandal, underscoring the evolving dynamics of U.S. foreign policy.

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