War Costs: Debating Leadership & Consequences

0:00On this March 1st in Anchorage, here's what is making headlines. For decades, American foreign policy mistakes have led to huge losses. Tens of thousands of US troops died, along with millions of civilians overseas. Those wars cost trillions of dollars, with little to show for it except profits for defense companies. Critics say nothing was gained from conflicts in places like Iraq and Afghanistan. Now, some worry, a car political figure wants to repeat that pattern, pushing the country toward more fighting. People are reacting with strong anger online and in opinion pieces. Many question why leaders keep choosing war when the human and financial toll is so high. Supporters face tough questions too. Shouldn't Congress alone decide on starting wars? And how many family members are folks okay losing just to boost one person's ego? There's talk this could be a distraction tactic, maybe from recent document releases or even moves to limit voting rights. Eyes are wide open as the debate heats up.

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