9-11
Was There an Alternative? (Open Media Book)
What's it about
Could the 9/11 attacks have been prevented, and did the US response make things worse? This summary challenges you to reconsider the official narrative. You'll explore the historical context and foreign policy decisions that created the conditions for extremist violence long before the towers fell. Discover Noam Chomsky’s critical analysis of America's role on the world stage. You’ll learn how cycles of retaliation often escalate conflict and why pursuing justice through international law, rather than military force, might have offered a more peaceful and effective alternative.
Meet the author
Hailed by The New York Times as "arguably the most important intellectual alive," Noam Chomsky is a pioneering linguist, philosopher, and one of the world's most cited scholars. For decades, his incisive analysis has challenged official narratives and explored the hidden workings of power. This unique perspective, honed through a lifetime of critical inquiry into U.S. foreign policy, provides the foundation for his essential examination of the events surrounding 9/11 and the paths not taken.
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