You're watching a five minute clip. Want to watch a full episode instead? Click here

ABOUT THIS PROGRAM

New York Times chief military correspondent Michael Gordon visits US troops in the Middle East and Africa to investigate a radical military doctrine stating that the US may strike a potential threat at any time and by any means it sees fit. Officials such as US Deputy Secretary of Defense Paul Wolfowitz and retired Four-Star General Joseph Hoar, offer their opinions on the merits of this controversial policy of preemption. Premiered on TLC, USA.

Produced by New York Times Television (2003)