#Chilcot memo from Blair to Bush. August 30, 2002; 9mo before invasion of Iraq iraqinquiry.org.uk/media/210831/2…
1. Bush and I have been "outed" as having decided for war, but no decision has yet been taken.
2. Containment for Iraq isn't working. They are seeking WMD. Iraq is repugnant, and Saddam's heir is worse
3. North Korea is a real and genuine threat through its export of nuclear technology, and we need to deal with it.
4. What makes Iraq top of the list of "WMD countries"? It's invaded neighbors; is "inherently violent and unstable"
5. Need to work on a post-Saddam regime. A mil dictator would suck & if Sunnis lose power they may work against us.
6. "It is absurd for the left to be campaigning for the retention of Saddam". The moral case for war should be made.
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