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Defence Spending, Rare Earths and Trunk Truths

More or Less: Behind the Stats

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The Peace Dividend: Shifting Spending Priorities

This chapter examines the peace dividend resulting from decreased defense spending, allowing for increased investment in vital social services like healthcare and education. It analyzes historical trends in government expenditure and the challenges of funding both defense and welfare within budget constraints.

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