The Price of Hypocrisy

Germany just approved a historic €500 billion spending boost – billions for the military, but little for welfare or social justice. This isn't a pivot. It’s a political project with a price.

This week, Germany’s Bundestag signed off on a colossal €500 billion spending package and passed a reform to Germany’s “debt brake” regulations. The primary aim: to boost military spending to protect Germany and Europe from Russia’s war in Ukraine, while also building a more “resilient” state.

The backdrop is obvious: Trump’s insinuations to pull the U.S…