Writers : Pentagon spending is based on strategies from old ideology and driven by lobbyists . Generals : Strategy must be based on today 's and future threats , not Cold War doctrines . Sadly , defense spending is driven by political interests , not necessity . Writers : Unnecessary F-35 strike fighter costs more than money spent on vets in 20 years . Comment: Instead of building expensive new toys to keep in the garage , let 's rethink priorities .
Writers : Pentagon spending is based on strategies from old ideology and driven by lobbyists . Generals : Strategy must be based on today 's and future threats , not Cold War doctrines . Writers : Unnecessary F-35 strike fighter costs more than money spent on vets in 20 years . Comment: Instead of building expensive new toys to keep in the garage , let 's rethink priorities .