It will also put people back to work when programs like the F-35, F-22, and the Presidential helicopter are put back in the budget. Military base closings will give new life to communities, and programs scrapped will be revived. More jobs will be gained than lost IMO. I think that your correct in one respect, the Law of Unintended Consequences as viewed by these programs and projects coming back online will be telling as to the damage this administration has caused.