From Tragedy to Tyranny

Introduction

In the aftermath of 9/11, the attacks created a divide between “winners” and “losers.” While civilians, service members, and the global population suffered, certain political and intelligence figures exploited the crisis for career advancement, personal gain, and institutional power. The episode highlights how U.S. policies post-9/11 reshaped national security, civil liberties, and global politics for the worse, and allowed those whose failures were responsible for 9/11 to gain in power, authority, and wealth. Part five of our series, The 9/11 Files: From Tragedy to Tyranny, outlines it all.