The article reflects on the Trump administration's strategy labeled as 'shock and awe,' akin to the military doctrine used during the Iraq War under George W. Bush. The author reminisces about his experiences in Iraq, witnessing the challenges and chaos that ensued after the initial military victory, contrasting the expectation of liberation with the stark reality of suffering, insecurity, and disarray. This recollection serves as a cautionary reminder about the implications of rapid governmental changes and the potential for unintended consequences, reflecting on past naivete in predicting outcomes and stability post-conflict.
America has broken the old order but has yet to put in place a new order, and the vacuum is being filled in by looters, thugs, and chaos.
My column came out the morning of April 9, 2003, the day U.S. troops and Iraqi civilians tore down the statue of Saddam Hussein.
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