Trump's 'Warrior Dividend': Because Troops Need Cash, Not Healthcare
The Intercept reports on Trump's 'Warrior Dividend' proposal, suggesting a cash payout to veterans. This isn't newfound benevolence; it's classic political grandstanding. While politicians clap for troops, they consistently vote against measures that would provide comprehensive, funded healthcare or address homelessness among veterans. The same Congress that consistently greens-lighted trillions
for endless wars and now considers billions more for foreign conflicts (like the $95 billion passed by the House, which includes over $26 billion for Israel as reported by multiple outlets), balks at fully funding VA services. One might wonder where this 'dividend' money magically appears from, when domestic social programs, including those desperately needed by our own veterans, are slashed. It
appears our brave servicemembers are only worth a 'thank you for your service' check (and a photo op) after they've returned from conflicts engineered by the very same political class who want to control their healthcare, not fund it. A cynical observer might call this buying votes with their own 'sacrifice dividend'.