Many, many military families are on food stamps. And Bush I started the military cuts.
First Rift I remember was under Carter.
And every president since has had one, correct?
No, Reagan built the military back up in strength and pay.
I believe there was a small rift under Bush 41 because the military was over strength. But I could be wrong about that. I retired right after Clinton took over I wasn't thinking much about politics. I was a bit busy working 14 hours a day 6 days a week. Training companies can be fun but are a lot of work.