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The Economic Cost of the Military Industrial Complex

Yes, defense is expensive. Have you tried considering the cost of NOT spending on defense?

As a platoon leader in Iraq (2003-2004) I had more than $2 million worth of equipment for my 32 soldiers. Yes, that was expensive. However, that expensive equipment is what let me bring all 32 soldiers home. In one specific instance, I can credit thermal optics ($.5 million each) with saving the lives of myself and ten others.

My question to you: If one of your sons were in the military, would your beliefs on defense spending change?