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Angus King: Unfortunately, we now seem to be moving into an era where there is at least a possibility of non-state actors acquiring…

On the recordJanuary 15, 2014
Unfortunately, we now seem to be moving into an era where there is at least a possibility of non-state actors acquiring nuclear weapons who would not necessarily be concerned about their destruction.
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Angus King
Independent · Maine

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King highlights the threat of non-state actors obtaining nuclear weapons.

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