"It is part of the general pattern of misguided policy that our country is now geared to an arms economy which was bred in an artificially induced psychosis of war hysteria and nurtured upon an incessant propaganda of fear"

This quote by Douglas MacArthur is a criticism of the United States government's policy of relying heavily on an arms economy. He thinks that this policy was produced out of an incorrect sense of fear and fear, which was perpetuated by a consistent barrage of propaganda. He thinks that this misdirected policy has triggered the United States to end up being overly dependent on the arms industry, and has caused the nation to become more militarized. He believes that this policy is not just misdirected, but likewise harmful, as it can result in an arms race and an increased threat of war. He thinks that the US must instead concentrate on more peaceful and productive policies, such as purchasing education, healthcare, and facilities.