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Before Trump and DOGE, There Was a Warning From Dwight D. Eisenhower


Published on 2025-02-06 23:42:18 - MSN
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  • In his military-industrial complex speech, Eisenhower didn't just target the Pentagon. He also singled out science and technology.

The article from MSN discusses a historical warning issued by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in his 1961 farewell address about the potential dangers of the "military-industrial complex." Eisenhower cautioned that the immense influence of this complex could lead to an undue emphasis on military strength over other national priorities, potentially skewing public policy and economic resources. The piece draws parallels between Eisenhower's concerns and contemporary issues, particularly highlighting how former President Donald Trump's interactions with figures like Elon Musk, who has been involved in both technology and space militarization through companies like SpaceX, reflect the ongoing relevance of Eisenhower's warning. It suggests that the intertwining of government, military, and private industry interests, as seen in modern political and economic landscapes, could lead to the very scenarios Eisenhower feared, where the quest for profit and power might overshadow democratic values and public welfare.

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