He emphasized that a primary obstacle is the perceived lack of financial stability and importance in this program.
it appears as though the Russians have postponed the sale of the S-300 long-range surface-to-air missile system to Iran.
Within this strategic context, and in the face of our aging nuclear stockpile, strategic arms reduction is in the best interest of both nati...
I think that tactical nuclear weapons are an integral part of a strategic security.
Any other comments from the other panel members?
We need to go ahead and ratify the New START treaty in order to continue negotiating with Russia on their tactical nuclear weapons.
Thank you.
Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
It is important to discuss nuclear arms control with the Russians within the context of the evolving U.S.-Russian relations.
Ratifying New START will underscore our commitment and emphasis toward nonproliferation, and ratifying the treaty will assist us in garnerin...
Ratifying the New START provides the United States with an opportunity to negotiate with Russia on tactical nuclear weapons.
the imbalance in the tactical area puts an exclamation point on why we have to continue to pay attention to the assurance aspect of our forc...
Responsible stockpile stewardship management requires modernized infrastructure and a highly capable workforce to sustain the nuclear deterr...
Ratifying this treaty will demonstrate our commitment to nonproliferation, sending a message and isolating Iran.
I'm concerned that our ability to recruit and retain nuclear scientists and engineers is threatened by a lack of financial stability.
Some experts indicate that if the Senate does not ratify the New START it can potentially send conflicting messages about the administration...
We've actually released those funds now, so those are now available for commanders working with their Afghan partners...
I think, by Senator Hagan, there is the possibility... that this oil will get involved in the streams.
