Saddam Hussein: a dictator or a hero This paper describes the political characteristics of Saddam Hussein, president of Iraq. Contrasting images of Saddam - a dictator and a defender of the Arab world - has generated controversy in global politics. This paper identifies the underlying events that have placed Saddam in the center of attention in the West. Analyzing history, the paper concludes that Saddam has gained more from the politics of war than the politics of nation-building. Pages: 5 Bibliography: 4 source(s) listed Filename: 14851 Hussein, Dictator - Hero.doc Price: 44.75