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Leon Panetta: Any future nuclear reductions must strengthen deterrence of potential regional adversaries, maintain strategic…

On the recordFebruary 14, 2011
Any future nuclear reductions must strengthen deterrence of potential regional adversaries, maintain strategic deterrence and stability vis-a-vis Russia and China.
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Leon Panetta
Democratic · California

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Panetta outlines conditions for future nuclear reductions to ensure deterrence and stability.

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