Filed under: happenings
Regardless of political leanings, I think watching “Bush’s War” by PBS’ Frontline is a great tool for seeing the big picture. I just wrapped up parts 1 and 2, and while it is a very long series to watch, I think it is mostly fair in its reporting.
There were a few obvious skews here and there by way of photos selected backed by certain music to communicate the reporter’s intent. But an intelligent person can hold his/her own against such cheap shots.
Overall it’s a great series. I was able to watch and actually pinpoint the moment where my support for the war did a 180. That moment was when Bremmer (sp?) instituted the De-B’Athification, and then dissolved the Iraqi army. I remember thinking to myself at the time how incredibly ignorant of logic that seemed – putting so many armed former Republican Guard soldiers out on their asses, unemployed and pissed off.
Anyway, enough about my take on the war. I plan on watching it one more time before I vote in November. I think it’s that important to me, personally, to know that even though I mourn this war, it nonetheless will need thoughtful leadership to take over.
