30 Issues: Big Military

The Brian Lehrer Show | Sep 12, 2012

30 Issues in 30 Days is our election year series on the important issues facing the country this election year. Today: Emerging issues of modern warfare and the near future of the U.S. military. Visit the 30 Issue home page for all the conversations.

Open Prep: Questions, Articles, and Links to Get You Started

Key Questions

  • Does one country need half the world's military?
  • Is the War on Terror over?
  • What are the moral challenges surrounding drone warfare?
  • Does the U.S. military have humanitarian obligations?

What are your key questions on this topic? Post them below and get the conversation going!

Guests

Key Reading

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Drones

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