In order to justify its war against Iraq, George Bushs administration needed to first frighten the American public into believing that Saddam Hussein posed a "clear and present danger." In addition to "sexing up" intelligence dossiers regarding Saddams alleged weapons of mass destruction (WMDs), it was also necessary to somewhat distort and simplify Iraqs complex ethnic, political, social and religious structures. Unfortunately, it seemed as though U.S. military officials actually started to believe their own propaganda, and were genuinely shocked when the Iraqi people did not welcome them as liberators. In contrast to the American naïveté, the post-Saddam anarchy, violence and inter-ethnic combat that have occurred were all accurately predicted by the Iraqi people. Although fearful of Saddams regime, most Iraqis had even greater concerns over what would ensue should his Baath Party ever be toppled. "Spinning on the Axis of Evil" is based on Scott Taylors personal experiences and observations gathered during 14 separate trips into Iraq before and after the toppling of Saddams regime. This book provides a rare insight into the plight of the Iraqi people who, in a single generation, suffered through three devastating wars and 13 years of crippling sanctions. From clandestine talks with Saddams top intelligence officials to dinner table chats with ordinary citizens, Taylor reveals what it was like to be inside Iraq during the dramatic countdown to Bushs declaration of war. Put into historical context and with a rare inside view of Saddams regime, "Spinning on the Axis of Evil" provides a unique perspective on President Bushs intervention in Iraq.
