"The Pentagon has requested $200 billion to fund the war, but even that understates the total cost. Linda Bilmes estimates the Iran war will cost taxpayers more than $1 trillion."
"For a bit more than two weeks of this war, we could offer free college education to every American family earning less than $125,000 annually, at a cost of around $30 billion a year."
"For less than three weeks of war, or $35 billion, we could run a nationwide pre-K program for 3- and 4-year-olds."
"Screening all uninsured women who need it would cost perhaps $1 billion and could save hundreds of lives, according to Dr. Linda Eckert."
The Pentagon's request for $200 billion to fund the war with Iran significantly underestimates the total costs, which could exceed $1 trillion. Lifelong medical benefits for soldiers will add substantial future expenses. For example, if current troops claim benefits at rates similar to those from the Gulf War, costs could reach $600 billion. The article suggests alternative uses for war funds, such as free college education, pre-K programs, and cervical cancer screenings, highlighting the potential societal benefits of reallocating these resources.
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