We are a nation sustained by wars and all who benefit from them. A trillion dollars here, a trillion dollars there - who’s counting? Who’s even counting the consequences: we haven’t actually won a war since World War 2.
The disproportionate expenditures on the military are sickening.
Dead children and families, dead soldiers who hoped the military would open doors to a better future: we even have antiseptic names for them - “collateral damage” and “casualties”.
Israel might claim necessity, but this is a war of choice for the U.S. no matter how much Trump claims Iran is a direct threat. In reality, Trump’s choice increases risks for Americans. Iran has proxies around the world - retaliation can be expressed over years. Moreover, the Iranian regime is not just a few bad leaders at the top - it’s embedded throughout the society and is not close to being dislodged.
We can deduce Trump’s motives: not losing midterm elections and personal greed. Bibi long ago exposed his zeal for war as a ticket to perpetual power. The human cost is simply not in their equation.
We are a nation sustained by wars and all who benefit from them. A trillion dollars here, a trillion dollars there - who’s counting? Who’s even counting the consequences: we haven’t actually won a war since World War 2.
The disproportionate expenditures on the military are sickening.
Dead children and families, dead soldiers who hoped the military would open doors to a better future: we even have antiseptic names for them - “collateral damage” and “casualties”.
Israel might claim necessity, but this is a war of choice for the U.S. no matter how much Trump claims Iran is a direct threat. In reality, Trump’s choice increases risks for Americans. Iran has proxies around the world - retaliation can be expressed over years. Moreover, the Iranian regime is not just a few bad leaders at the top - it’s embedded throughout the society and is not close to being dislodged.
We can deduce Trump’s motives: not losing midterm elections and personal greed. Bibi long ago exposed his zeal for war as a ticket to perpetual power. The human cost is simply not in their equation.
Best one you have written. Thanks
So beautifully written, Shanley.
Beautifully said.
You leave me speechless! 💔
I too have a brother maimed from war. ❤️