In the councils of government, we must guard against the acquisition of unwarranted influence, whether sought or unsought, by the military industrial complex. The potential for the disastrous rise of misplaced power exists and will persist. We must never let the weight of this combination endanger our liberties or democratic processes. We should take nothing for granted. Only an alert and knowledgeable citizenry can compel the proper meshing of the huge industrial and military machinery of defense with our peaceful methods and goals, so that security and liberty may prosper together. Dwight D. Eisenhower
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We all share a common interest in the protection of our country and its citizens. We do not have to agree on everything. However, there is no difference between us when it comes to wanting to keep our country safe and secure. The military industrial complex is not interested in protecting the ideals that our country was founded upon.

It focuses on ensuring that the military knows that if they choose to take action against another country that they will be victorious without any opposition. It is not in the interest of the military industrial complex to see other countries controlling our country’s future.

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