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At 88, former U.S. Representative Ron Paul is calling out what he calls America's military overreach, arguing that endless conflicts abroad are failing citizens at home. 'The government keeps pushing this idea that we need to be everywhere, fight everyone—but who does that really protect?' he says.
Paul, who served 12 terms in Congress, claims the U.S. relies on fear tactics to justify military spending. 'They make us think security comes from aircraft carriers, not schools or hospitals. It’s backwards logic.' His comments come amid debates over America’s global military footprint and its $886 billion defense budget.
While critics argue U.S. alliances deter aggression, Paul counters: 'Young people inherit this debt and instability. When do we prioritize *actual* needs?' The discussion sparks fresh questions about balancing national security with domestic priorities. What’s your take?
At 88, former U.S. Representative Ron Paul is calling out what he calls America's military overreach, arguing that endless conflicts abroad are failing citizens at home. 'The government keeps pushing this idea that we need to be everywhere, fight everyone—but who does that really protect?' he says.
Paul, who served 12 terms in Congress, claims the U.S. relies on fear tactics to justify military spending. 'They make us think security comes from aircraft carriers, not schools or hospitals. It’s backwards logic.' His comments come amid debates over America’s global military footprint and its $886 billion defense budget.
While critics argue U.S. alliances deter aggression, Paul counters: 'Young people inherit this debt and instability. When do we prioritize *actual* needs?' The discussion sparks fresh questions about balancing national security with domestic priorities. What’s your take? 
The Hidden Cost of U.S. Military Power 
