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Elaine’s Cross said:
From what I can tell we are not a militant nation (at least not compared to so many others out there). Anyway, I would seriously suggest you read The Pentagon’s New Map if you want to know what the ‘military brass’ are thinking. They are not thinking about rampent militarism.Gilliam, you must not have read the entire article as its major thrust has to do with the acceptance of militarism by average citizens of this country, not simply the military brass. The author believes that this is dangerous for our nation, and I happen to agree.
When our defense budget is a large as all the rest of the world combined, I think that is a bit much. Perhaps we should scale back.
I had thought about posting this article myself, but you beat me to itGilliam, you must not have read the entire article as its major thrust has to do with the acceptance of militarism by average citizens of this country, not simply the military brass. The author believes that this is dangerous for our nation, and I happen to agree.
When our defense budget is a large as all the rest of the world combined, I think that is a bit much. Perhaps we should scale back.
I don’t think I ever accused you of hating Americans.I had thought about posting this article myself, but you beat me to it
Those of us who oppose the growing militarist trend sometimes get slandered here as America-hating liberal leftists, but the author of the article you posted cannot be attacked as such. He’s a West Point graduate, Vietnam veteran, and a former contributor to The Weekly Standard and National Review.
They did more than appropriate funds, they authorized action, which constitutionally only they can do. Ref: Joint Resolution Authorizing the Use of Military Force Against IraqAs for Congress, it appropriated the funds necessary for the military action in Iraq. We haven’t declared a war since 1941, yet we keep using our military overseas in military engagements. If Congress doesn’t want us to be there, the members can do something about it.