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About 50% of the US fleet of F-35s (A/B/C) is incapable of conducting combat missions.
(www.gao.gov)
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Exactly, the incentives for government contractors and the government itself lead to projects being prolonged or expanded beyond their original scope because contractors are incentivized to over-promise and under-deliver, knowing that they will still be able to secure future contracts and revenue streams. This also leads to a culture of cronyism and corruption, where certain contractors are favored over others due to their political connections or ability to influence government officials. Additionally, the lack of transparency and accountability in government contracting makes it difficult to determine whether a project is truly successful or not. Failures are swept under the rug, and contractors are able to continue receiving lucrative contracts despite poor performance.
Furthermore, defense contractors, the Pentagon, and elected officials, all work together to ensure that military spending remains high. This military industrial complex is fundamentally driven by a desire for profit, rather than the public interest or national security. As a result, military spending is always prioritized at the expense of other areas, such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure. The ultimate goal here is to divert taxes from things they're meant for back into the hands of the oligarchs.