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Naomi Klein's Background
- Naomi Klein's early work focused on economic justice and trade, shaping her view of the Iraq War.
- Her first book, No Logo, came out in 2000 amidst the anti-globalization movement.
Shock and Awe in Iraq
- The Iraq War was a prime example of the Shock Doctrine, using "shock and awe" for economic exploitation.
- The strategy involved overwhelming force followed by rapid economic shock therapy.
Privatizing War
- Private military contracting coincided with a shift in Republican thinking towards cheaper warfare.
- This led to increased opacity and unaccountability within the military.