The Costs of War with Brown University Professor Catherine Lutz

The Home Front

Reed Galen

Government, News, News Commentary, Politics

5.0 • 632 Ratings

🗓️ 17 December 2025

⏱️ 36 minutes

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Today, Reed Galen speaks with Professor Katherine Lutz about the Costs of War Project and the implications of America's militaristic tendencies. They discuss the historical context of U.S. military engagements, the bureaucratic nature of war, the role of public opinion, accountability within the military, and the human costs associated with warfare. Lutz emphasizes the need for a shift in American priorities and the importance of educating the public about the true costs of war. Takeaways: 75% of the discretionary budget goes to military spending. The U.S. has a long history of militarization. Public opinion often gets ignored in military decisions. Accountability in the military is often lacking. The human cost of war is often overlooked. War is portrayed as clean and honorable, which is misleading. The American public is largely unaware of the budget allocation for military. The consequences of war extend beyond the battlefield. Education is key to changing public perception of war. The U.S. needs to reassess its military priorities. Learn more about Professor Lutz. Follow Reed on Substack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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