Stationing American troops in foreign lands is not a policy of “endless war,” as our experience for decades in Europe and South Korea attest. It is often a way to support and protect allies and deter enemies. It can be costly and risky but it’s sloppy to call it “endless war.”
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Replying to @brithume
--We have about 800 military bases in about 70 countries. --Are they all strictly necessary for support & deterrence? --Did we ever have an open public discussion about the optimal number? --Couldn't we get along with maybe 50 bases in 10 countries?
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Replying to @primalpoly @brithume
Our proxies discuss the number of bases regularly. There’s even a Base Realignment and Closure commission that’s convened from time to time.
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Replying to @BordenJoel @brithume
How do citizens influence these 'proxies'?
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Well we can start there and I’m pretty sure this is where Geoffrey was going. But our voting methods are entirely archaic. In what industry or profession do you get placed in a position and can do whatever you want and not have to answer to your boss (ie the people) for 4 years.
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You mean our voting practices are mature and proven.
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Other countries demand a great deal of us. We should learn to say no sometimes.
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