Former Iraq War critics now backing Iran conflict, Glenn Greenwald reports policy shift
Glenn Greenwald reports that political figures who opposed the 2003 Iraq War are now supporting military action against Iran in 2026. The shift reveals consistent backing for military interventions among establishment figures despite previous public criticism of Iraq policy. This pattern demonstrates how opposition to past wars does not prevent support for new ones among the same political class. Greenwald's reporting tracks specific individuals and their changed positions on military intervention.
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- @glenngreenwald
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- Independent Commentary (Tier 7)
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- 6 of 15 major US outlets
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- April 7, 2026 at 7:58 PM PDT
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