Episode 287 The Political Military; We Are in Trouble

The primary political problem to be addressed in a liberal democracy is how to ensure that a standing military does not become dangerous to the liberties of those they are to protect, especially guarding against the threat of military coups. The question is of ancient pedigree and caused much debate during the framing of the American Constitution. Tonight, we are going to be discussing the politicization of our military resulting in anemic recruiting numbers and a mass exodus of senior leaders from the military. This woke military cannot fight and win our nation’s wars; we are in trouble.