Should the government spend money on military during peace time? Why or why not?
82186
Defense spending is one of the top priorities of the Federal Government. Defense should not take a rest because of "peacetime". Our enemies will always continue to upgrade their abilities, whether there is a declared war or not. We cannot fall asleep at the switch.\n\nIf someone wants budget cuts, take it from art grants, charity handouts and other things that are not within the realm of what the Federal Government was set up to be.
888190
I think we should feed and shelter our poor AND have a strong military. Screw sending money to Palestine and Egypt or any other country that hates us - spend that money to take care of our own.
18098
I think service to the government in some form should be compulsary for all young people although it should not be military except where required. It should be in some form or manner of service (e.g. writing software if you are an IT person, or doing something that is contributing to the welfare of the country).
989343
Yesterday's newspaper reported that it currently costs the British people $70 million dollars a year to maintain the Monarchy.\n\nConsidering the fact that the Monarchy plays no role in running the British Government, and makes no decisions or policy whatsoever, I think it's high time the British people dissolve the Monarchy and spend their money on ANYTHING better.\n\nPerhaps they should spend the money on paving the grass at Wimbledon with asphalt so they can finally have a more meaningful tennis tournament on hard-court that fairly decides the best player.
206036
No.  As is always the case in war time most of the current deficit is going to defense spending.  Even before the 1930's when the government used to try to keep the budget balanced and the U.S. out of debt, there was always a budget deficit in times of war.  the amount of money spent on foreign assistance is a very small portion of the U.S. Budget.
63498
Well, peace is always good since it prevents the unecessary death of others.  War would be good if you run a major corporation and can profit off it.
656764
Of course, and taxes are too low right now. We dont have enough resources to pay for everything...\n\nI would fund the federal government the most because disasters dont understand borders
848358
Very few winners when weapons are used.\n\nBuilding weapons does help the economy. BUT, it takes a lot of money to build those weapons. Money that is paid by taxpayers, that could be going to better causes.
503708
No. All wars have a root cause of economics and then you go from there. Money and emotions run the world.
393321
I think it's a good idea.  It would probably cause more peace in the world.  I mean, take a look at Switzerland--they have a huge army, and they are known for peace. \nAnd also, it's important to remember: THE BEST OFFENSE IS TO HAVE A GREAT DEFENSE.\nIf we have a huge army, who in their right mind will pick on us or any of our friends?
72393
No, that would be a complete waste of money.  What would that department do?\n\nThe renaming of the Department of War to be the Department of Defense was a huge step in the right direction.  \n\nDept of Peace = Big Government Wasting My Tax Dollar.
696351
Maybe.  Military force is the best answer.
904721
That idea formed when WW!! sped up the recovery from the great depression.  War causes an increase in government expenditures and has increased the national debt, which evenually could lead to higher taxes, then there is interest rates, to curb inflation, and thus recession following the war
485522
No because the government and the military can not effectively manage the money that we currently give them. It would be just throwing good money after bad. Ask yourself, has the government done what they said they would do right after 9/11? Do you feel that the actions that US government have taken since 9/11 have made America safer? I think not and according to several polls, 60-80% of americans don't think so either.
187723
Yes but use it for peaceful purpose.\nPakistan
751857
Bush has requested Billions of dollars in funds for Iraq sometime ago. Most of those funds went to the military. I guess Gordon Brown wanted a fund program that is more specific to Iraq's economy.
168833
That was funny, Suicidesquad!LMAO!  Do they have a military? Hey wait a minute! They have Swiss Miss Cocoa! They can heat it up and throw it in their enemies faces and corkscrew their eyeballs out when those little mini-marshmallows get stuck in their eyelashes! And don't forget the Swiss watches. I bet they're really punctual. Ooh, and chocolate too! LOL. Actually, the Swiss have the right idea! Peace is a good thing but they aren't usually called upon to help other countries with military problems like we are because we have the resources, our soldiers are amongst the finest in the world, and we have the military equipment. Switzerland keeps to itself but who can blame them? The HAVE lived in peace for centuries.