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On the recordFebruary 12, 2018
We have to have a doctrine of deterrence. If they strike us in cyber, they are going to be struck back in some way.
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Angus King
Independent · Maine

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Senator King emphasizes the need for a deterrent strategy against cyber-attacks.

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