Quote by Juan Cole

Take the decision in early March to arrest Muqtada al-Sadr. It was made apparently without knowledge or understanding of the nature of his movement or how widespread it is.

Take the decision in early March to arrest Muqtada al-Sadr.

Summary

This quote criticizes the decision made in early March to arrest Muqtada al-Sadr without proper knowledge or understanding of his movement or its extent. The speaker suggests that this decision may have been hasty and uninformed, highlighting the importance of having a comprehensive understanding of the situation before taking such actions. It implies that not fully grasping the nature and reach of a movement can lead to ineffective or misguided decisions.

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Knowledge

By Juan Cole

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