Well, armies partaking in self perpetuation, kind of reminds me of government and religion, but what is an army to do in times of peace, make latrines, inventory junk on the bunk and count mothballs? This article poses in my mind the vitality of peace, which now seems may not be such a great idea. Armies are like my puppy, I have to keep her entertained or she chews on things.

Of course by selling produce below what shopkeepers must charge to survive, the army is driving shopkeepers out of business! The shopkeepers will rebel, and the army can get back to its primary occupation- suppressing rebellion. Brilliant strategy.

This is an important article, because it makes me think about what will happen to our troops after they all come home, .....well.. after the war is over next year?...  Maybe they can build bridges?

This also helps me realize why we really need perpetual wars, thanks to the Military complex there are still a few jobs out there. Who shall we war with next, Pakistan or Iran?... For some reason this seems sort of like selecting a dancing partner and if everything goes right you may even get lucky.

Rico, what is happening in America, has been a constant dead horse whipping,......and you want more, .....maybe you should watch Fox News 24 7, like I do!

I gotta tell ya- Part II- truthdig knows how to find the stories that cut to the heart of what’s happening in America.