From School Library Journal Grade 9 Up–Dudley presents different opinions about the current controversy concerning Iraq and the United States intervention, from the justifications given to go to war to what the future might hold for Iraq. The issues are examined via a compilation of speeches and articles written and given by individuals of varied backgrounds, from Middle East analysts and heads of not-for-profit organizations to the President of the United States. The book also includes articles written by Iraqis, Kurds, and Muslims. The information is well organized and the pro/con viewpoints are placed back to back. A short summary in the first paragraph of each article states who the person is, when the piece was written, and what viewpoints are being expressed. Questions are posed that readers might wish to consider before reading each article, and a further-discussion section offers additional questions. Political cartoons are dispersed throughout. A valuable and far-reaching resource.
