“If one does not wish to take the word of journalists, human rights groups, and the United Nations that Iraq conducted a deliberate campaign to eradicate the Kurdish population, there's always the word of the Iraqis themselves.”

Timothy Noah is an American journalist and essayist. He is known for his incisive political commentary and cultural criticism, particularly in *The New Yorker*, where he explored issues like inequality, media bias, and the American political landscape. His work often blends sharp analysis with accessible prose, making complex topics more engaging for a broad audience.