Fossil fuel capitalists were able to build such an economy by using the U.S. military to violently secure their interests. This violent protection of fossil fuel interests was one of the main drivers of the U.S. military’s wars in the Middle East. 4: Producing Hazardous WasteThe destructive presence of U.S. military bases is not limited to foreign soil. Throughout the United States, military bases have produced toxic chemicals which gravely impact the health of communities near these bases. Defund the PentagonOnly socialism can adequately tackle the climate crisis which is already destroying entire ecosystems and costing lives.

Source: The Guardian April 25, 2022 01:53 UTC