Douglas Kellner's Persian Gulf TV War attacks the myths, disinformation, and propaganda disseminated during the Gulf War. At once a work of social theory, media criticism, and political history, this book demonstrates how television served as a conduit for George Bush's war policies while silencing antiwar voices and foregoing spirited discussion of the complex issues involved. In so doing, the medium failed to assume its democratic responsibilities of adequately informing the American public and debating issues of common concern.

The road to war --The "Crisis in the Gulf" and the mainstream media -- Bush bombs Baghdad -- Out of control -- The media propaganda war -- TV goes to war -- The pounding of Iraq -- Countdown to the ground war -- Endgame -- Aftermath.