The neocons are not especially interested in winning a war, just fighting them in perpetuity. In the process of hollowing out and privatizing the military they have a created a massive economic sector of contractors and mercenaries. Like any sizable sector of the economy they need to protect it.
The next administration will be faced with the same issue.
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"My hands are on fire. Hands are on fire. Ain't got no more time for all you charlatans and liars."
- Old Man Luedecke
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