I think that tactical nuclear weapons are an integral part of a strategic security.

Thank you, Mr. Chairman.

Some experts indicate that if the Senate does not ratify the New START it can potentially send conflicting messages about the administration's emphasis and commitment to nonproliferation and the NPT.

I'm concerned that our ability to recruit and retain nuclear scientists and engineers is threatened by a lack of financial stability.

Ratifying this treaty will demonstrate our commitment to nonproliferation, sending a message and isolating Iran.

Responsible stockpile stewardship management requires modernized infrastructure and a highly capable workforce to sustain the nuclear deterrent.

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 force structure.

It's clear that the New START treaty has been a very important part of moving the relationship forward.

the tactical in a lot of ways is more disconcerting than the strategic, just because it's harder to monitor where they are.

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I believe that we need to avoid a situation where warlords and power brokers retain their militias.