Curious, what is the problem with cutting ties with Israel? Really, what have they provided in return for what we have given them? They look more than capable of defending themselves against the “fear” mongering that has plundered American minds. This can be directed to any country we deal with. I just enjoy seeing how much money we funnel to other countries. Exactly, who are our enemies? Is Spain planning to invade us? Are the Mexicans planning on taking back what we took from them? Are the French wanting Louisiana back? I really don’t feel threatened by Canada nor Mexico. And can we please get over this “Cuba” is evil BS. Please enlighten me…oh its those dirty Iranians who want to bomb us to oblivion.
I think a majority of Paul’s critics misread his national security stance. Please tell me why we need pre-positioned forces around the globe. What is it that we are protecting? For those who argue that the 700 base number is incorrect, are you sure? How do you define a base? If there are American assets assigned to an area, well that sounds like a base to me. We only need to look back at the rendition flights that were flying under our noses. This is my own opinion, our military is far too large and needs to be scaled back, drastically. And can we please stop all this “hero” crap, its old and worn out. Its a no brainer that the members of the military are doing a phenomenal job around the globe.
Can you honestly justify $3 billion for one naval vessel (Zumwalt class destroyer)? Or $6 billion for another carrier that we really don’t need? What about the massive cost overruns of the LCS class ships ($400 million a ship). And they want 55 of these things. The Navy is already struggling to keep the current fleet afloat.
I haven’t read Paul’s book, nor do I know every one of his positions. But in all honesty could he be any worse than what we have had or will have?
