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Should the government increase or decrease military spending?

Should Italy increase or decrease military spending?

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26% Increase	41% Decrease
5% Increase, but only after our deficit is drastically reduced

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@95CYYCZanswered…3yrs3Y

Decrease, but also develop nuclear weapons

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@8P5HZ8Wanswered…5yrs5Y

Keep it as it is and use the already existing budget mire efficiently.

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