My point is that, although the Crusader was a boondoggle, at least it was about defending the US, which happens to be one of the few constitutionally authorized duties of the federal government. My copy of the Constitution is missing the part where the republicrats in DC can steal my money and give to Egypt (or Israel or Liberia or...). Maybe you have a "new and improved" version that allows such things.
"My point is that, although the Crusader was a boondoggle, at least it was about defending the US, which happens to be one of the few constitutionally authorized duties of the federal government." Point well made and well taken. And no, I'm not thrilled about my tax dollars being sent overseas, or, as in this case, bounced overseas and back into pork barrel projects here at home (which is a little better, but still abusive, IMO).
There are some interesting and well-made arguments for sending our public treasure overseas, but I would prefer that such nonsense stop, no matter how persuasive and seductive the arguments may be.
They usually amount to justification of tribute, which I find disgusting.