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the hidden cost of American intervention

Every war has visible casualties, but the real toll is often invisible. U.S. interventions—from Iraq to Libya—leave behind collapsed infrastructure, refugee crises, and generations traumatized. Local populations often remember the bombs more than the promises. Political scientists call this the “blowback” effect: short-term victories can create long-term instability. Even allies grow wary, questioning whether American involvement guarantees safety or simply spreads chaos. Domestically, taxpayers fund endless operations while debates rage over healthcare, schools, and infrastructure back home. Veterans see it firsthand: soldiers fight with honor, but the lessons learned abroad rarely translate into better policy. The question becomes not whether the U.S. can intervene, but whether it should. History suggests every intervention carries costs far beyond what politicians count. #Military #Politics #US #ForeignPolicy