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'The indefatigable Chomsky ... One might reasonably ask just how deserving of our anger are Gap or McDonald's compared with the violent depradations of a superpower that alone vetoed a Security Council resolution calling on all states to observe international law?... Chomksy's prose is not without a dry wit. For America to call itself the "global policeman", he writes, is an insult to policemen everywhere, "who are supposed to uphold the law, not tear it to pieces."' The Guardian 'In its wide range across the politics and economics of diverse countries, Rogue States makes an excellent introduction to Chomsky's thinking and an ideal Christmas present - treat yourself!' -Labour Left Briefing 'This latest helping from the prodigious pen of Noam Chomsky explores the hypocrisy in the application and meaning of the term so beloved of western political pundits, the 'rogue state'... This little book is classic Chomsky - authoritative, engaging and enlightening.' Socialist Review 'Chomsky doing what he does best... An invaluable tool for deciphering the rhetoric the powerful use to rationalise their excesses.' Socialist Standard 'The USA is a 'rogue state', because it fails to sign up to international treaties and conventions. Chomsky gives examples to support his allegation of double standards, arguing that the basic principle of global governance is "might is right". The book includes case studies from the Balkans, East Timor and Colombia.' -Oxfam Review of Journals 'This splendid collection of articles and talks is Chomsky at his best. Again and again he shows, often through the unguarded comments of its very own representatives, how the United States breaks the international laws it pays lip service to. In particular Chomsky exposes the hypocrisy of the 'rogue state' concept the US uses to justify intervention, and argues that the real rogue state is the US... This is a book from which opponents of imperialism and globalisation can only benefit.' Bookmarks Review of Books 'This is an excellent book for anyone wishing to learn more about the underbelly of imperialism today.' Socialist Appeal 'In Rogue States, Chomsky marshals a vast array of evidence to show convincingly that 'the rule of law has been reduced to a mere nuisance' to the United States and that it fully dserves the title of number one 'rogue state' ... Armed with Chomsky's rational analysis of the USA's recent historical record, we are emboldened to challenge, oppose and supplant the elite interests that are taking us down such a destructive course.' Red Pepper, Book of the Month 'If you believed that we entered the war in Kosovo to assist the democratic movement, Rogue States argues that there was a real chance that the bombing actually hindered democractic progress.' Resurgence

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Noam Chomsky argues that, contrary to popular perception, the real 'rogue' states in the world today are not the dictator-led developing countries we hear about in the news, but the United States and its allies. He challenges the legal and humanitarian reasons given to justify intervention in global conflicts in order to reveal the West's shameless reliance on the rule of force. He examines NATO's intervention in Kosovo, the crisis in East Timor, and US involvement in the Middle East, Southeast Asia and Latin America. Chomsky relies on both historical context and recently released government documents to trace the paths of self-interest and domination that fuelled these violent regional conflicts. Throughout, he reveals the United States's increasingly open dismissal of the United Nations and international legal precedent in justifying its motives and actions. Characteristically incisive and provocative, Chomsky demonstrates that the rule of law has been reduced to farce.

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14 Reviews 5 star:  (12) 4 star:  (2) 3 star:    (0) 2 star:    (0) 1 star:    (0)           Average Customer Review 4.9 out of 5 stars (14 customer reviews)		Share your thoughts with other customers: Create your own review
Most Helpful Customer Reviews   28 of 28 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Shockingly revealing, 5 Mar 2003 By  "bossdafunk" - See all my reviews This book will change the way you look at the world! Being somebody brought up to believe in the good intentions of the West, I had to re-evaluate my view of life entirely. Everybody should be made to read Chomsky, and this book in particular, before saying anything on foreign affairs. Compelling, well-researched, and infinately enlightening, Chomsky expertly uses politicians rhetoric as the perfect weapon against them, highlighting just how two-faced even the most charming of our world leaders are. Brilliant!!! Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)   49 of 50 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Essential reading in today's political climate, 18 Feb 2003 By  "wossname81" - See all my reviews In this critical analysis of the US's position as the world's sole superpower and policeman, Chomsky uses the track record of the US to lable it as a 'Rogue State'. From the Balkans, to East Timor and from Columbia to Cuba, the foreign policy of the US leaves it with bloody hands. Chomsky introduces examples of 'rogue' behaviour such as the support of the US for Suharto's massacres, terrorism in Nicaragua together with their voting record in the UN. As the US is labelling nations as 'rogue states' belonging to an 'Axis of Evil', Chomsky offers compelling evidence to show the hypocracy of this. No one topic/state dominates this book, it is a superb overview of American foreign policy which should be in the collection of the biggest Chomsky fan or a newcomer to the great man's work. Easy to read and brilliant. Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)   34 of 37 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Open the curtains and let in the light, 2 May 2003 By  Bill Quigley - See all my reviews In a world where mainstream media is so heavily biased towards western powers, Chomsky provides an essential service to anyone interested in reading the truth. Refusing to bow to the powers that be, Chomsky highlights several unpalatable truths about the role of the West in world affairs, and the corrupt, cynical, and often brutal methods employed by western powers to further their own causes. In this book, Chomsky focuses largely on the role of the US in the Middle East, its stance on Nicaragua, and its support of the despicable Suharto in Indonesia. Not merely another hothead spouting unsubstansiated opinion, Chomsky backs up his words with references to UN reports and voting results, Red Cross reports, and also Amnesty International statements, to name but a few neutral sources. It is very often chilling reading, but nonetheless if you want to understand what really goes on, and how little of it is really reported, this book is well worth a read. Just be prepared for a few unpleasant shocks. Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this) Share your thoughts with other customers: Create your own review › See all 14 customer reviews...		Most Recent Customer Reviews 4.0 out of 5 stars Of perhaps limited value to non-Americans In a rare and helpful moment of concision, Chomsky summarises his argument to this book in the first paragraph of the opening chapter. Read more Published on 21 Sep 2005 by Mr. J. R. Bell 5.0 out of 5 stars A Literary "Pandora's Box" This book tells us what we don't want to hear, but really should. It tells us that instead of the West being the source of benevolence and justice in the world, the West -... Read more Published on 5 May 2004 5.0 out of 5 stars Be careful - you may not like what you hear. This is a dangerous book. This is a book that is terrifying to read. This is a book that goes against eveything most westerners stand for. Read more Published on 30 Sep 2003 by allthegear 4.0 out of 5 stars A little to the left please Now I will not profess to have a great political mind and I will fully admit that I am one of those neophytes introduced to Chomsky through a certain book by Michael Moore and my... Read more Published on 23 Jun 2003 by Simon A. Woodhart 5.0 out of 5 stars More Americans should read this! I thought this book was a very very good read. As mentioned before everything Chomsky states is backed up by an extensive list of referneces which is alot better than some books... Read more Published on 26 April 2003 5.0 out of 5 stars Chomsky in his pomp! Chomsky is like a Psychiatrist trying to help his patient develop insight into their actions and their effects on the outside world. Read more Published on 16 Mar 2003 by J. Maher 5.0 out of 5 stars Excellente This book is absolutely astounding I recommend it to everyone.It exposes the true nature of the United States and it's foreign policy with a number of references which are highly... Read more Published on 31 Jan 2003 by JCVD 5.0 out of 5 stars This should be more widely read! A disturbing book, examining the role of western elites in the exploitation, supression and murder of HUGE numbers of people. Read more Published on 3 Jul 2002 by peter Loader 5.0 out of 5 stars Horrific but brilliant I wish everyone could read this book. The sickening truth about how the vast majority of the world is made to live in poverty and despair in order to preserve the wealth of... Read more Published on 21 Jun 2001 5.0 out of 5 stars E X C E L L A N T A brillant exposure into the insight of US policies from an alternative angle. The discussion of NEW WORLD ORDER is throughly entertained from conception to conclusion. Read more Published on 25 Mar 2001 by ahmed.mohammed@visto.com Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews › See all 14 customer reviews...

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