The Politics of Economics and Morality in Warfare

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between politics and economics, positing that wars driven by economic motives are ultimately entangled with political realities. It questions the effectiveness of economic reasoning in inspiring human action and critiques the moral justifications often employed in political discourse surrounding warfare. The discussion further distinguishes between genuine moral philosophies and deceptive political strategies, highlighting the deep-rooted complexities of human nature and societal structures.