Cord Byrd: “In the farthest stretches of the imagination, if I were President, I would not think of walking away from a treaty--the…”

“In the farthest stretches of the imagination, if I were President, I would not think of walking away from a treaty--the ABM Treaty--one that has served the Nation well, without at least having the Senate in on the action. I would find some way to get some expression and view from the Senate. As it is, no Senator here has pointed out to me, tonight at least, that that effort was made. I think the administration would be much wiser if it took the Senate into consideration and had some expression of support; let the American people hear some debate in the Senate. I think the administration would be much wiser if it let the Senate in on the matter and sought its advice.”