Saddam Hussein Part 2: Enforcer, Frontman, Mafia Godfather

Saddam consolidates his own power base, appointing friends and
relatives to key positions. We hear a remarkable account from a
woman whose own family was targeted by his secret police. Soon, the
deputy will be in pole position to move against his mentor. And
after that, Saddam will shore up the loyalty of his party with an
act of political theatre for the ages… A Noiser production, written
by Duncan Barrett. Get every episode of Real Dictators a week early
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