LtCOL: Karen Kwiatkowski : Behind the Facade: The Real Price of U.S. Militarism (Judging Freedom)

How has America's pursuit of power and militarism led to financial ruin and political corruption? Join us as Colonel Karen Kwiatkowski exposes the dark underbelly of U.S. post-World War II conflicts, revealing the staggering human and economic costs. We scrutinize the bipartisan nature of America's militaristic engagements and question why democracies, specifically the U.S., are so prone to war. Colonel Kwiatkowski unpacks how money and power fuel deadly decisions, resulting in a culture of militarization that seems irreversible, and scrutinizes the stronghold of foreign lobbies on American politics.

In this eye-opening episode of Judging Freedom, we also critique the failures of both elected officials and unelected advisors in shaping foreign policy. From the neglect of frontline realities to the influence of the donor class, we dissect the systemic shortcomings in U.S. leadership. We dive into a recent exposé, initially brought to light by Max Blumenthal and Aaron Maté, and now backed by new evidence from Haaretz. Uncover the U.S. government's denial of these findings and the broader implications for America's international standing. Don't miss this critical conversation that challenges conventional narratives and demands accountability.



[Posted at the SpookyWeather2 blog, July 11, 2024.]