In 1961, President Dwight D. Eisenhower delivered a farewell address warning against the influence of the military-industrial complex. His caution has been echoed by various individuals, including radio broadcaster Paul Harvey in 1965. The quote from Eisenhower's speech emphasizes the need to guard against unwarranted influence and the potential for the rise of misplaced power. The relevance of Eisenhower's warning is highlighted by the current defense budgets nearing $1 trillion, prompting calls for action.
63 years ago, President Dwight D. Eisenhower warned us about the military-industrial complex. Today, Eisenhower's farewell address rings truer than ever. With our yearly defense budgets closing in on $1 trillion, it's more than a warning — it's a call to action. https://t.co/LJPcyjkiS6
Quote of the Day- “We must guard against the acquisition of unwarranted influence, whether sought or unsought, by the military-industrial complex. The potential for the disastrous rise of misplaced power exists and will persist.” - Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1/17/61
On #ThisDayInHistory in 1961, President Dwight D. Eisenhower delivered his sobering farewell address. Eisenhower famously urged the country to resist "the acquisition of unwarranted influence...by the military-industrial complex." Do you agree with President Eisenhower? https://t.co/GfpPfZR8Um
On #ThisDayInHistory in 1961, President Dwight D. Eisenhower delivered his sobering farewell address. Eisenhower famously urged the country to resist "the acquisition of unwarranted influence...by the military-industrial complex." We would be wise to remember his warning. https://t.co/JobOzQUBzh
On his radio broadcast in 1965, Paul Harvey warned Americans how the "devil" would lead us down the path of destruction. His warning seems to have eerily predicted where our society is today. Join me in this episode of Ideas Have Consequences to hear more. https://t.co/ojJbuDP0ND