Do The Math

I felt like this was worth re-posting (the original can be found here):

The current situation:
In 2004, U.S. consumers spent $20 billion on ice cream.
In 2005, U.S. consumers spent $10 billion on cosmetic surgery.
In 2006, global military spending reached $1.3 trillion.
In 2007, U.S. consumers spent $9 billion on Starbucks coffee.

Looking forward:
For $8 billion, basic education could be provided globally.
For $9 billion, water and sanitation could be provided globally.
For $12 billion, reproductive services could be provided for all women.
For $13 billion, basic health care & nutrition could be provided globally.