You probably have the vague sense that there's been a lot of money wasted in Iraq, some sort of awareness that private contractors have parlayed cozy relationships with the Bush Administration to cash in heavily. Maybe you think, eh, every war has its profiteers.
But considering that Bush is planning to ask for another $50 billion and that the upcoming Petraeus "report" will undoubtedly amount to version 29.71 of "stay the course," it's probably worth learning about how all this money is being spent.
Matt Taibbi provides extensive details. Read 'em and weep.
(h/t: Jonathan Schwarz)
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What do you think of the latest plan for a "symbolic drawdown" of troop levels?
I think the adjective says it all, don't you?
If it's not "symbolic" with this administration, then it's a photo-op. If it's not a photo op, then they're "sending a message."
The Invasion of Iraq was based on fraud, lies, greed, and corporate welfare. it was never meant to make America or the world better, safer or more democratic.
I do NOT understand how anybody trusts our News Media, the politicians or people who were Pro-Invasion!
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