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Bob Woodward - Obama's Wars

Supergorod  ❘ Freeware

In-Depth Insight into Obama's Strategic Dilemmas

Pete Milner

Bob Woodward's 'Obama's Wars' offers a critical and compelling examination of the complexities and challenges faced by the Obama administration in dealing with foreign conflicts.
2025 Editor's Rating
Its hard to understand why the government gets so irate over secrets spilled by WikiLeaks when top members of the cabinet and the military, as well as the president himself, so readily sit down with Bob Woodward. In his first foray into the weeds of the Obama administrations war-decision process, Woodward offers readers these nuggets: the CIA finances and controls a 3,000-man secret army in Afghanistan; despite our various efforts over two administrations, the U.S. remains alarmingly unprepared for a terrorist attack, which, by the way, could come any day. He also reveals all the details of a highly confidential document on war strategy (given to Woodward when he simply asked one of the planners for it). But most of the book is devoted to what is probably not a secret: the infighting that goes into every decision that is or isnt made about the war in Afghanistan. Woodwards descriptions of war-strategy meetings suggest the movie Groundhog Day, with everyone saying the same thing over and over. The military and Hillary Clinton want 40,000 troops sent to Afghanistan. Joe Biden has a different plan, less dependent on personnel. The president wants more and different options, which arent given to him (People have to stop telling me what I already know). Finally, he has to modify the plan himself. The end of the book seems rushed, as though it was pushing up against deadline, with one of Obamas most important war decisions, the firing of General Stanley McChrystal, just tacked on. By the wearying end, the conclusion is obvious: theres no good way to end this war. No matter how much the White House and the military despise the word failure, with allies like the Karzai government in Afghanistan and the duplicitous Pakistanis, its hard to find any semblance of success in the offing. There is certainly none on view in these pages.

Overview

Bob Woodward - Obama's Wars is a Freeware software in the category Home & Hobby developed by Supergorod.

The latest version of Bob Woodward - Obama's Wars is currently unknown. It was initially added to our database on 01/20/2011.

Bob Woodward - Obama's Wars runs on the following operating systems: Windows.

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Pros

  • In-depth analysis of the Obama administration's foreign policy decisions.
  • Well-researched, with extensive interviews and sources from key figures.
  • Provides a multi-faceted view of the challenges faced in the Middle East.
  • Engaging narrative style that makes complex issues more accessible.
  • Offers insights into the decision-making process at the highest levels of government.

Cons

  • May be biased towards a particular political viewpoint or agenda.
  • Some readers may find the detailed accounts tedious or overwhelming.
  • Limited appeal for those not interested in political or military history.
  • Critics may argue that it lacks balance by omitting perspectives from opponents of the Obama administration.
  • The book's focus on wars may overlook other significant domestic issues during Obama's presidency.

FAQ

Who is the author of 'Obama's Wars'?

The author of 'Obama's Wars' is Bob Woodward.

What is the title of the book by Bob Woodward about Obama?

The title of the book is 'Obama's Wars'.

What is the company name associated with this product?

The company name is Supergorod.


Pete Milner

Pete Milner

I'm Pete, a software reviewer at UpdateStar with a passion for the ever-evolving world of technology. My background in engineering gives me a unique insight into the intricacies of software, allowing me to provide in-depth, knowledgeable reviews and analyses. Whether it's the newest software releases, tech innovations, or the latest trends, I'm here to break it all down for you. I work from UpdateStar’s Berlin main office.

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