00:00What's something people don't know about Dick Cheney? He wasn't just vice president,
00:03he was one of the most influential architects of modern U.S. policy.
00:07Let's break down why he's still so talked about.
00:09Serving under President George W. Bush from 2001 to 2009,
00:14Dick Cheney redefined what it meant to be vice president.
00:17After 9-11, he became the driving force behind the war on terror, the Iraq invasion,
00:22and expanded surveillance, all in the name of national security.
00:26Supporters say Cheney was a patriot who acted decisively to protect America.
00:31Critics argue his policies led to endless wars,
00:34secrecy, and blurred lines between government and big business.
00:37And don't forget, before politics, Cheney was CEO of Halliburton, an oil giant,
00:42fueling debates about corporate influence in government decisions.
00:45Whether you see him as a protector or a power broker, one thing's clear.
00:49Cheney's impact on America is still felt today.
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