Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 1, 2017
If you're right, that technically we can't defend ourselves, then deterrence is the only answer.
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Angus King
Independent · Maine

Editor's note · Context

King suggests that deterrence is necessary if defense is unfeasible.

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