Mary-Kay Wilmers

Mary-Kay Wilmers, editor of the London Review of Books, discusses the publication's bold response to the aftermath of 9/11. She reflects on the limitations imposed on public discourse and the media's role in shaping narratives around terrorism. Wilmers details the commissioning of diverse perspectives in their roundtable, which sought to challenge prevailing consensus. The conversation also delves into the backlash faced from readers for confronting uncomfortable truths and highlights the ongoing impact of the 'War on Terror' on global politics.