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Words of War
The article critiques the influence of 24/7 commentary on war perception, arguing that simplistic framing of the Trump administration's Iran conflict ignores its long history dating back to the Islamic Republic's inception. It compares this to historical wars (e.g., WWII, Vietnam) to highlight how Americans often misidentify war origins and outcomes.
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