Funny, because the attitude "The end justifies the the means" is one thing Democracy and Terrorism have in common.
And really, I don't really see the connection between the Marshall Plan and "the end justifies the means". How about: "This from a direct beneficiary of allied firebombings."
I contend that we should have left the rubble as a stark reminder. Next time you guys need some Lebensraum, do France first. OK?