Why are Americans left vulnerable at home as U.S. taxpayer money flows overseas for military support?
The lack of coordination in the U.S. government’s disaster response after Hurricanes Milton and Helen left thousands stranded and in need of assistance. This sparked an online backlash, with many questioning why billions of dollars of American taxpayers are being funneled into foreign military support while domestic disaster relief fails. From climate resilience to education to affordable housing, Americans say we need to put our money first into solving important domestic problems.
presenter: Annelies Borges
customer:
Sarah DeYoung – University of Delaware
Lindsay Koshgarian – National Priority Projects Program Director
Stephen Semler – Co-Founder, Institute for Security Policy Reform
Ahmad Abuznaid – Executive Director, American Campaign for Palestinian Rights
