ceasar, do you think there would be more losses in Iraq if you had less nukes, carriers or stealth. Of course the US soldiers need good weapons, excellent protection and training. Do doubt about that. But why does the US military needs to spend more money than the rest of the world?

And concerning the war against terror, you cannot fight Bin Ladn with nukes. I even doubt that military will lead in this war. I guess its more intelligence and diplomacy.

The US is proud to have a strong military (and man they have). But they rely too much on their army. There are some problems you cannot solve with an amry. And sometimes it is even in your way.