Don't Rethink Who Makes Your Shampoo

The Real Matrix article opened my eyes as to the extent to which so many companies are tied in with the armed forces in business. The web that is weaved when talking about government contracts with private companies to provide anything from weapons to toothbrushes is discombobulating. However, as shocking (and annoying) as it was to see the article continuously rattle off nearly every company's tie to the military throughout the story, I don't think it's cause to revolt. I don't think it's any better to refuse to buy GE because they make some of the vehicles they drive around on then I do to stop buying J&J because they make the shampoo that soldiers use. This type of association and business is a necessary part of the development and maintenance of a standing army.