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Unelected bureaucrats and officials in positions of influence within the U.S. government can potentially profit from war through various means, including connections to defense contractors, consulting roles, and investments in companies that benefit from military conflicts.
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For example, some may hold stocks or board positions in defense companies that receive lucrative government contracts during wartime. Others may leverage their insider knowledge and connections to secure high-paying jobs in the private sector after leaving government, often with companies that directly benefit from military interventions.
Additionally, some may use their positions to shape foreign policy in ways that create opportunities for personal gain, such as advocating for interventions that benefit specific industries or regions where they have financial interests.
This "revolving door" between government and private sector roles can create conflicts of interest and incentivize policies that perpetuate military engagements, even when they may not align with broader national interests or public opinion.
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Dick Cheney and Paul Wolfowitz profited from the Iraq War in several ways:
Halliburton contracts: As former CEO of Halliburton, Cheney benefited financially when the company and its subsidiary KBR received billions in no-bid contracts for work in Iraq. Halliburton made $39.5 billion on the Iraq War.
Deferred compensation: Even after becoming Vice President, Cheney continued to receive up to $1 million per year in deferred compensation from Halliburton.
Stock options: Before entering office, Cheney sold his Halliburton stock options for around $35 million when share prices were at their peak.
Influence on policy: Cheney used his position as Vice President to advocate for the Iraq War, which directly benefited his former company.
Revolving door: The "revolving door" between government and defense contractors allowed officials like Cheney and Wolfowitz to leverage their insider knowledge and connections for personal gain.
Defense industry ties: As high-ranking officials, Cheney and Wolfowitz had close ties to defense contractors that profited from the war.
The enormous contracts given to Halliburton and other companies with ties to administration officials raised significant concerns about conflicts of interest and war profiteering. The Iraq War ultimately generated massive profits for defense contractors and oil companies with connections to key decision-makers like Cheney and Wolfowitz.
Who was Donald Rumsfeld?
His policies and actions as Secretary of Defense created an environment conducive to war profiteering and benefited private defense contractors:
Rumsfeld championed the integration of the military into the free market, promoting a "public-private partnership" model for warfare.
Under his leadership, the Iraq War became the first conflict waged almost entirely through public-private partnerships, blurring the lines between state and private sector involvement.
He advocated for privatizing many military functions, which led to an influx of private contractors profiting from the war effort.
Rumsfeld prioritized spending on weapons systems and technological upgrades over personnel costs, redirecting funds to defense contractors.
His policies allowed for the expansion of what the article calls the "military-industrial complex," creating opportunities for private companies to profit from military operations.
While the article doesn't provide specific examples of Rumsfeld's personal financial gain, it mentions that figures like him and Dick Cheney "seem to have accrued personal financial rewards through the Iraq War".
Rumsfeld's approach to military management was likened to that of a corporate executive, focusing on efficiency and control while relying heavily on private sector partnerships.
Fascism, in its strict sense, involves the alignment of corporate interests with government interests
Fascism or Corpratism creating a system where the state and big business work closely together. This alignment becomes particularly pronounced during wartime, as seen in both Nazi Germany and the United States. Here's how this works:
Automotive industry in Nazi Germany:
Major German automakers like Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, and Auto Union (now Audi) aligned closely with Hitler's regime. They benefited from government contracts, used forced labor, and produced military vehicles and equipment. For example:
Volkswagen was founded under Nazi oversight to produce the "people's car" and later shifted to military production.
Mercedes-Benz produced trucks and aircraft engines for the Wehrmacht.
Auto Union manufactured tanks and aircraft engines.
U.S. wartime manufacturing:
During World War II and subsequent conflicts, American manufacturers also aligned with government interests:
Auto companies like Ford and General Motors converted their factories to produce military vehicles, aircraft, and weapons.
Boeing, Lockheed, and other aerospace companies became major defense contractors.
This "military-industrial complex" continued to grow during the Cold War and beyond.
Donald Rumsfeld and the defense industry:
Rumsfeld's policies as Secretary of Defense exemplified this alignment of corporate and government interests:
He championed the integration of the military with the free market, promoting a "public-private partnership" model for warfare.
The Iraq War became the first conflict waged almost entirely through public-private partnerships, blurring lines between state and private sector involvement.
Rumsfeld advocated for privatizing many military functions, leading to an influx of private contractors profiting from the war effort.
He prioritized spending on weapons systems and technological upgrades, redirecting funds to defense contractors.
This alignment of corporate and government interests in wartime results in:
Massive government contracts for private companies
Rapid conversion of civilian manufacturing to military production
Development of new technologies with both military and civilian applications
Creation of a revolving door between government and industry positions
Potential conflicts of interest where policymakers may benefit from decisions that increase military spending
While this system can lead to efficient wartime production, it also raises concerns about the influence of corporate interests on foreign policy decisions and the potential for profiteering from conflict.
Bentley and Rolls-Royce can indeed be added to the list of luxury automotive brands with connections to World War II and Nazi Germany, though their stories differ from the German manufacturers:
Rolls-Royce:
During World War II, Rolls-Royce played a crucial role in the British war effort, primarily through its production of aircraft engines. The company's Merlin engine powered many Allied aircraft, including the Spitfire and Lancaster bomber. While Rolls-Royce wasn't directly involved with Nazi Germany, its post-war history intersects with German automotive companies:
In 1998, Volkswagen outbid BMW to acquire Rolls-Royce Motors.
However, due to a complex arrangement, BMW ultimately secured the rights to the Rolls-Royce name and logo for automobiles.
Since 2003, BMW has owned and manufactured Rolls-Royce cars.
Bentley:
Bentley's wartime and post-war history is closely tied to Rolls-Royce:
Rolls-Royce acquired Bentley in 1931, before World War II.
During the war, Bentley, under Rolls-Royce ownership, contributed to the British war effort.
After the war, Bentley cars were produced alongside Rolls-Royce models in Crewe, England.
In 1998, when Volkswagen acquired Rolls-Royce Motors, they also gained ownership of Bentley.
Unlike Rolls-Royce, Bentley remained under Volkswagen's ownership after the deal with BMW was finalized.
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