Abu Ghraib: The Politics of Torture

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The book offers a multifaceted analysis of the Abu Ghraib scandal, featuring essays from notable progressive writers. Barbara Ehrenreich explores the feminist implications of the infamous images, while John Gray compares the Iraq situation to Vietnam. Meron Benvenisti discusses the effects of occupation on culture, and David Matlin critiques President Bush's dismissal of the images. Mark Danner highlights the emotional toll on victims and their families. Together, these perspectives deepen the understanding of the scandal and its lasting consequences.