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Joe Lieberman: “I would assume that it would send the wrong message if you give up your nuclear weapons and we don't provide you at…”

On the recordFebruary 3, 2015
I would assume that it would send the wrong message if you give up your nuclear weapons and we don't provide you at least defensive weapons, why would any country give up their nuclear weapons again?
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Joe Lieberman
Independent · Connecticut

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Lieberman emphasizes the importance of supporting Ukraine's security after giving up nuclear weapons.

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