Justin Raimondo

Justin Raimondo (1951-2019) was an American author, journalist, and political activist known for his anti-war writings and libertarian views. He co-founded the website Antiwar.com in 1995 and served as its editorial director, publishing regular columns on U.S. foreign policy and military interventionism. Raimondo authored several books, including "Reclaiming the American Right: The Lost Legacy of the Conservative Movement" and "An Enemy of the State: The Life of Murray N. Rothbard." His writing focused heavily on non-interventionist foreign policy, criticism of American military actions abroad, and advocacy for libertarian political philosophy. Throughout his career, Raimondo maintained a strong opposition to what he termed "the warfare state" and consistently criticized both Republican and Democratic administrations' military policies. He wrote extensively about the conservative and libertarian movements in America, particularly focusing on their historical development and key figures. His work appeared in various publications including The American Conservative, Chronicles, and the Los Angeles Times. Raimondo's final book, "The Terror Enigma: 9/11 and the Israeli Connection," reflected his controversial perspectives on U.S. foreign policy and international relations.

Readers appreciate Raimondo's anti-war perspective and detailed research, particularly in "Reclaiming the American Right" and his biography of Murray Rothbard. Many reviews note his clear writing style and ability to connect historical events to current politics. Common criticisms include his confrontational tone and tendency to make strong assertions without sufficient evidence. Some readers find his work too polemical and his arguments one-sided. Multiple reviews mention his articles becoming repetitive over time. On Goodreads: - "Reclaiming the American Right" - 3.9/5 (87 ratings) - "An Enemy of the State" - 4.1/5 (46 ratings) On Amazon: - "Into the Bosnian Quagmire" - 3.7/5 (12 ratings) - "The Terror Enigma" - 3.8/5 (15 ratings) One recurring comment from positive reviews: "Makes you think critically about foreign policy narratives" Common criticism from negative reviews: "Too much opinion, not enough objective analysis"

Reclaiming the American Right: The Lost Legacy of the Conservative Movement (1993) Traces the transformation of American conservatism from the Old Right to the New Right, focusing on forgotten figures like John T. Flynn and Garet Garrett.

Colin Powell and the Power Elite (1996) Examines Colin Powell's political career and his relationship with the American political establishment during the 1990s.

An Enemy of the State: The Life of Murray N. Rothbard (2000) A biographical account of libertarian economist and philosopher Murray Rothbard, covering his intellectual development and political activism.

The Terror Enigma: 9/11 and the Israeli Connection (2003) Investigates alleged connections between Israeli intelligence operations and the September 11, 2001 attacks.

Into the Bosnian Quagmire: The Case Against U.S. Intervention in the Balkans (1996) Analyzes U.S. involvement in the Bosnian War and argues against American military intervention in the Balkans.