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Why we love 'America's Outrageous War Economy' - MarketWatch

Why we love 'America's Outrageous War Economy' - MarketWatch: "ARROYO GRANDE, Calif. (MarketWatch) -- Yes, America's economy is a war economy. Not a 'manufacturing' economy. Not an 'agricultural' economy. Nor a 'service' economy. Not even a 'consumer' economy.
Seriously, I looked into your eyes, America, saw deep into your soul. So let's get honest and officially call it 'America's Outrageous War Economy.' Admit it: we secretly love our war economy. And that's the answer to Jim Grant's thought-provoking question last month in the Wall Street Journal -- 'Why No Outrage?'"

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