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The Military-Industrial Complex and U.S. Foreign Policy
This chapter examines the complicated relationship between U.S. foreign policy and the military-industrial complex, particularly through the lens of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. It critiques the lack of a cohesive strategy and highlights how financial interests and government contractors shape policy outcomes, despite costly failures. The discussion urges listeners to reflect on the ethical implications of military involvement and the pervasive influence of self-interest in shaping foreign relations.
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