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A triumph of investigative reporting.Naomi KleinOf all the insane Bush privatization efforts, none is more frightening than the corporatizing of military combat forces. Jeremy Scahill admirably exposes a devastating example of this sinister scheme.Michael MooreJeremy Scahills comprehensive research and reporting lifts the veil off the evertightening relationship between the federal government and unaccountable private military corporations such as Blackwater USA.US Representative Jan Schakowsky (DIL)Meet Blackwater USA, the powerful private army that the US government has made its Praetorian Guard for the global war on terror. Blackwater has the worlds largest private military base, a fleet of twenty aircraft, and twenty thousand contractors at the ready. Run by a multimillionaire Christian conservative who bankrolls President Bush and his allies, its forces are capable of overthrowing governments, and yet most people had never heard of Blackwater until Jeremy Scahill wrote this extraordinary expos.Blackwater has been featured on Real Time with Bill Maher, Fresh Air, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, PBS, and major network television. The book also received the prestigious George Polk Award in 2008. The hardcover edition has sold more than one hundred thousand copies and has been optioned for a movie by the producers of Capote.Jeremy Scahill is a correspondent for Democracy Now! and a frequent contributor to The Nation. He is a Puffin Foundation Writing Fellow at The Nation Institute and lives in Brooklyn.
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'Blackwater (Espanol)'? A: 'Blackwater (Espanol)' focuses on the rise of the private military corporation Blackwater USA and its role in the U.S. government's operations during the global 'war on terror.'
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Blackwater (Espanol)' is Jeremy Scahill, a well-known investigative journalist and correspondent for Democracy Now!.
- Q: What type of condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that it may show some signs of wear but is still usable and intact.
- Q: How many pages does 'Blackwater (Espanol)' have? A: 'Blackwater (Espanol)' contains 464 pages, providing an in-depth examination of its subject matter.
- Q: When was 'Blackwater (Espanol)' published? A: 'Blackwater (Espanol)' was published on September 1, 2008.
- Q: Is this book available in hardcover or paperback? A: 'Blackwater (Espanol)' is available in paperback format.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: The key features include its investigative reporting, insights into private military corporations, and critical acclaim from notable figures such as Naomi Klein and Michael Moore.
- Q: What accolades has the book received? A: 'Blackwater (Espanol)' received the prestigious George Polk Award in 2008 for its investigative reporting.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in military and political topics? A: Yes, 'Blackwater (Espanol)' is suitable for readers interested in military, political issues, and the privatization of military forces.
- Q: What is the significance of Blackwater USA as described in the book? A: 'Blackwater USA' is portrayed as a powerful private army with significant resources, highlighting the complex relationship between private military contractors and the U.S. government.