A Russian talking about a police state, and “1984" (which was written as an anti-Soviet message, you know, that 2nd government you clowns ran into-the-ground...)

As usual, the only one who knows that you’re talking about— is you.

You guys are so clueless.

A Russian saying some other government/industry steals from it’s taxpayers? BAHAHAHAHAHA!

Why can’t they borrow money?

Oh good, you guys got those things running for the parade. Kind of like that new super-awesome tank you guys made that stalled out in the parade. Priceless.

That's cute coming from a paid Russian propaganda troll.

Tyler,

I think the Russians were trying to get Phalanx to engage them. In order to develop effective anti-ship munitions, you have to understand how your adversary’s countermeasures work. Getting Phalanx to engage would give them readings on the system, response time, etc.

Their nuclear armed bombers sure have been...

The US Navy provides freedom of navigation patrols, protects shipping lanes, anti-piracy operations, and enforces international maritime law.

I’ve said it all along. The more Russia declines, the more belligerent they’ll become.

Likewise. And the commenters on those stories— it’s like a magnet for the self-righteous, judgmental, downright hateful, and the hyperbolic know-nothing club.

Tyler, I saw your job announcement for TheDrive.com. Are you fully leaving here, or is that kind of a side-gig?

Oh boy, someone’s had too much coffee...

Congratulations. This forum is usually pretty divided amongst different viewpoints and perspectives. But you’re such a pompous buffoon, that you’ve managed to basically unite everyone in the common view that you’re a total fucking idiot.

“because the death of Saddam Hussein would have naturally driven the formerly socialist Baathists to all become religious fanatics.”

Europe’s terrorism problems have been brewing for a long, long time— even before 9/11. France in particular has been having profound issues with their Muslim population since the mid/early-1990s.

We spend the most, because we have the most to spend. A better measure of military spending can be found by breaking down the total expenditure as a percentage of GDP. When you do that, the US is only the 4th highest.