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Originally Posted by MD_Titus
that tbf. the military industrial complex forms an integral part of the economy. not as simple as "cut the defence budget".
besides, being the biggest kid about means every little crackpot wants to have a go, so you kinda need the defence spend.
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True, but never receive a ROI on military goods, you spend on their production, and again on the operation of those items. All you get in return all some dead towelheads.
Even worse, a lot of the expensive components are made outside the US which is excellent for your trade deficit.
On the other hand the infrastructure in the US could use some attention, powerlines, fibretechnology, bridges public roads etc. Oddly enough there seems to no cash left for those - although it would improve wealth, support growth and even rewards you with a ROI.
Seriously - wtf? There seems to an issue with setting priorities right.