Funding Frictions: Defense, Domestic Needs, and Ethics

This chapter explores the tension between bipartisan support for increased Pentagon funding and scrutiny of domestic spending initiatives. It highlights the implications of military budget allocations, particularly in relation to healthcare for service members and the mishandling of nursing home policies during the pandemic. The discussion also examines ethical concerns surrounding political figures like Andrew Cuomo and Hunter Biden, emphasizing the lack of transparency and accountability in government actions.