In 1992 he committed himself to reducing weapons proliferation.
Now $7,600,000,000 of tax payer dollars are spent annually by the federal government in promoting private weapons sales.
"We've all been pretty pleasantly surprised by Clinton . . . We've seen a significant turnaround, a realization that to keep the production alive they are going to have to actively help the industry in seeking out export markets." John Mikels, vice president of Hughes's missile division.
Where are the laissez - faire advocates?
Could it be that they only complain when the government involves itself to protect workers, communities, and the environment?