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Carl Levin: “The new system starts with capability against existing threats, but then adds capability against future threats.”

On the recordFebruary 1, 2010
The new system starts with capability against existing threats, but then adds capability against future threats.
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Carl Levin
Democratic · Michigan

Editor's note · Context

Levin emphasizes the adaptability of the new missile defense system.

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