In a speech to Congress and the American people on September 11, 1990, President George Bush outlined the goals his government was pursuing through military intervention in the Middle East. He had in previous statements put forth four goals, including an immediate, unconditional and complete withdrawal of Iraqi forces from Kuwait; the restoration of the Emir of Kuwait to his throne;a permanent commitment to the security and stability of the Persian gulf; and protection of American citizens living abroad.

On September 11, President Bush added a fifth objective. He said, and I quote:

“Out of these troubled times, our fifth objective - a new world order - can emerge…We are now in sight of a United Nations that performs as envisioned by its founders.”

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