Bill Moyers on the Origins of Al Qaeda

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From PBS --Bill Moyers takes a look into the roots and motivations of Al Qaeda, from its beginnings during the invasion of the Soviet Union to the 9/11 bombings in America. Even now, while operating underground, Al Qaeda continues to be a group that garners attention, and to their credit, should not be ignored

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