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200456 minPG-13documentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Preventive Warriors

200456 minPG-13documentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

The National Security Strategy of 2002 states that the US can attack any nation deemed an imminent threat to its interests.

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The National Security Strategy of 2002 states that the US can attack any nation deemed an imminent threat to its interests.

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Michael Burnsdirector

Tariq Ali

Noam Chomsky

Noam Chomskycast

Phil Donahue

Phil Donahuecast

Chalmers Johnsoncast

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George W. Bush's National Security Strategy of 2002 asserts the United States' right to preemptively strike nations deemed to pose an imminent threat. "Preventive Warriors" examines this policy in the context of terrorism, rogue states, and weapons of mass destruction. The film discusses the potential global consequences of U.S. military actions, reflecting on how these decisions shape international relations and security dynamics. Directed by Michael Burns, the documentary runs for 56 minutes and was released in 2004.

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