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Originally Posted by Clocker
I'm sure Powell had reasons for advising against taking down Saddam, but he was hardly the only one in the administration.
It was quite clear at the time that our Arab allies in the region had no desire or goal to do anything other than liberate Kuwait. It was feared that we would be largely on our own. The lack of Arabs allies would make us look like the Crusaders.
Also, many in the administration were convinced that taking out Saddam without a replacement government ready to take control would result in sectarian violence. What a wild and crazy thought!
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Nevermind the fact that Total War is a pretty rare thing. Wars are usually fought over pretty limited aims.
The Liberation of Kuwait being one of them. Just Cause, Odyssey Dawn, Inherent Resolve... a few that spring to mind.
