Module 3: Case Study and 2/3 - Weapons of Mass Destruction Weapons of Mass Destruction The case of ...

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Module 3: Case Study and 2/3 - Weapons of Mass Destruction Weapons of Mass Destruction The case of Weapons of Mass Destruction and the lead up to the Iraq War has been characterized by many as perhaps the most famous intelligence failure in this century. These readings provide an overview of the case, but also raise serious questions about whether this was truly an intelligence failure or whether the George W. Bush Administration exploited ambiguous intelligence to justify a war, the devastating consequences of which are still with us. Read: Glenn Kessler, “The Iraq War and WMDs: An Intelligence Failure or White House Spin,” Links to an external site.Washington PostLinks to an external site.,Links to an external site. March 22, 2019. Robert Draper, “Colin Powell Still Wants Answers,” Links to an external site.New York TimesLinks to an external site.,Links to an external site. July 16, 2020. Watch: “The Man Who Knew,” 60 Minutes, February 4, 2004. How to approach case study work in this course: Read and watch the case study materials. The case studies have been chosen as the most relevant and impactful examples of course topics. Answer prompt 1 and either prompt 2 or 3 below in Canvas by Thursday before moving to the YellowDig Discussions. Answer prompt 1 and either prompt 2 or 3: After finishing the case study, what is your main conclusion regarding the Iraq War and WMD and its place in the history of the U.S. Intelligence Community? Respond to a colleague’s observations from your own perspective. There are no right or wrong answers. Find another case study or resource related to your, or your classmates’, comments and expand on its relevance. Important: Use a line break between the two sections you select for easy distinction. Bold any key words or topics and be specific about the topic, subject or question you are writing about. Read the rubric. Be specific and complete in your thoughts and extend the conversation in your replies.