I think in 1945 had someone said, 'You know what? We're going to build thousands of additional nuclear weapons, thousands of them, and by the way, in the next 62 years, none will be used in anger, that's going to require some unbelievably good work, and a little luck.'
Dorgan reflects on the historical context of nuclear weapons use.
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We have now reached the tipping point that requires, in my judgment, action by Congress.
Senator Dorgan once said it takes four agencies and 49 steps. I think with the Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara Nation, we say it is seven agencies and 100 steps.
I think what Governor Engler indicated is the most important point, and that is the stability of funding for a project of this type is essential.
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