Sacrifices for War: Voters Pinch Pennies While D.C. Spends Billions
A recent poll from The Hill reveals a majority of U.S. voters are making financial sacrifices, just to keep their heads above water. (One might wonder if any of these 'sacrifices' include the record defense budgets or the endless flow of unreciprocated aid.) At the same time, Congress approved a bipartisan bill (HR 815, March 2024) allocating an additional $14 billion in military aid to Israel,
despite domestic programs facing cuts. Funny how 'fiscal responsibility' only applies to the populace, not to the military-industrial gravy train. While families skip meals, Senator Thad Bluster (R-KY) – who received $375,000 from AIPAC in 2023, according to OpenSecrets.org – recently championed HR 815, citing 'crucial national security interests.' One might ask: whose national security interest
does that $14 billion truly serve when American citizens can't afford groceries?