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		pstuart on Nov 9, 2016 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Donald Trump Is Elected President > it's a bit disingenuous to only look at that part of the picture. The occupation and "nation-building" were effectively military efforts. And they've failed spectacularly. I'd be interested in the good parts of that mixed bag you mentioned. What good has come out of this other than defense contractor's profits?

knowaveragejoe on Nov 9, 2016 [–]

Some examples of the "good" are the massive amount of infrastructure that was built/re-built and the trade that was established with other countries.

Don't mistake what I'm saying for a defense of the invasion of either country. Just trying to look at things objectively rather than through an emotional lens.

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