Should the U.S. Close Bases on Okinawa? Bring Troops Home and Let Japanese Defend Japan?
"Washington's defense commitments and force deployments should be adapted to circumstances. The Cold War required an unnaturally aggressive U.S. military presence overseas.
But America's enemies have collapsed and allies have prospered.
There's no longer any need for Washington to defend Japan and its neighbors.
Which eliminates the only excuse for burdening the Okinawan people with America's extraordinary military presence.
After nearly 70 years Okinawans deserve relief. So do Americans, who pay to defend most of the globe."
According to political writer......Doug Bandow
the answer is clear.
"The United States once was a traditional republic, remaining aloof from foreign conflicts. Today no problem on earth is exempt from Washington's meddling. The result is an oversize military, perpetual intervention, and consistent conflict. It's time for a new foreign policy."
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