One Man’s Military-Industrial-Media Complex
Many retired officers hold a perch in the world of military contracting, but General McCaffrey is among a select few who also command platforms in the news media and as government advisers on military matters. These overlapping roles offer them an array of opportunities to advance policy goals as well as business objectives. But with their business ties left undisclosed, it can be difficult for policy makers and the public to fully understand their interests. Full Story »
Posted by Leo Romero
The truly idiotic level of "defense" spending by the US owes a great deal to greedy snout-in-the-trough retired generals, admirals etc.