On the recordJanuary 21, 1999
Well, I never discuss the nuclear issue. I don't think that's appropriate. But I think that we would have at least a proportionate, if not a disproportionate, response if someone committed an act of war against the United States. That's what we would do. And if somebody willfully murdered a lot of our civilians, there would be a very heavy price to pay. Senate Impeachment Trial Presentation by Senator Dale Bumpers
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