First, as a Swede, I emphatically encourage everyone to get at least one JAS Gripen. That would be The Best!
Second, I have seen some news about this giant dropped ball that is F-35. Last programme was from Fifth Estate (Canadian). Why are y'all keep funding something that might pan out in 30 years or so, when we already had wonderful, brilliant innovations like the B-2, the Blackbird and Nimrod to name just a few amazing aircraft.
It feels like someone is trying to re-invent the wheel but failing miserably.
Oh and BTW, get a Gripen!