DAVID KAY

BIRTH AND DEATH

Birth: 6/8/1940     Death: 8/13/2022

OCCUPATION

scientist

BIOGRAPHY SUMMARY

David A. Kay was an American weapons expert, political commentator, and senior fellow at the Potomac Institute for Policy Studies. He was best known for his time as United Nations Chief Weapons Inspector following the first Gulf War and for leading the Iraq Survey Group's search for weapons of mass destruction following the 2003 invasion of Iraq. Upon presentation of the Group's finding that there had been significant errors in pre-war intelligence concerning Iraq's weapons programs, Kay resigned. The ensuing controversy served as impetus for the formation of the Iraq Intelligence Commission.

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WHY THEY MATTER

David Kay was intellectually unique for his role in revealing significant errors in pre-war intelligence concerning Iraq's weapons programs, which led to his resignation as the leader of the Iraq Survey Group. This event sparked controversy and prompted the formation of the Iraq Intelligence Commission, highlighting Kay's commitment to truth and transparency in intelligence gathering and analysis. His willingness to challenge prevailing narratives and admit mistakes demonstrated his intellectual integrity and dedication to rigorous investigation.

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