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Truth is Swayed by Narrative
Decisions made in the aftermath of 9/11, particularly regarding the Iraq War, illustrate a manipulation of intelligence by the government to support a predetermined narrative. Evidence was selectively presented, with stronger counterarguments suppressed through personal and professional attacks against dissenters. Historical instances, such as the fabricated testimony of a Kuwaiti girl during the Gulf War, highlight how orchestrated narratives can overshadow the truth, reflecting a troubling norm in governmental operations.