Looking Forward: Military Spending

Publisher New York Times Educational Pub
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  • Publisher
    New York Times Educational Pub
    Volume
    Copyright
    2020
    ISBN13
    9781642822731
    Release
    Format
    eBook
    Grade Level
    7th Grade - 12th Grade
    DDC
    TBD

    Overview

    When President Eisenhower identified the military-industrial complex as a powerful component of political and economic life in the United States, he also warned against feeding it too much power. That balance continues to be a hot debate. Where will readers stand on using military spending to fuel economic growth or limiting that spending to leave room for social programs? Should we be bolstering geopolitical power with military strength or limiting military spending in order to combat wasteful budgets? From drones to the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter to cyberoperations, this reporting reveals the extent of military spending and the complex political problems associated with controlling it. Beyond the text, features to further challenge readers include media literacy terms and questions.