Again, what benchmark are you using to assess the sufficient level of deterrence, GDP ratio, or conscription? As far as I can tell, we have solid empirical evi

Again, what benchmark are you using to assess the sufficient level of deterrence, GDP ratio, or conscription? As far as I can tell, we have solid empirical evidence that those things are sufficient, based on the fact that China hasn't invaded. > The truth is that other countries would step up and help shoulder the burden instead of simply relying on us to do everything. Right... and they would each overlay their own protectionist policies. I don't know who in here said the US's military expenditures are optimal, but it wasn't me. I hope you find 'em so you can tell them they're wrong!