There was no evidence that Saddam Hussein was involved with the attack of 9/11, I've never said that and never made that case prior to going into Iraq.[74]
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker clarifies that he never claimed Saddam Hussein was directly involved in the 9/11 attacks.
- In plain terms
- He denies saying Hussein was behind 9/11.
- What can you take from it?
- Clarifying past statements helps maintain credibility.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does clarifying past statements affect public trust?
- What evidence supports the decision to go to war?
Another view
Context around the Iraq War decision remains complex regardless of this specific claim.
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