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On the recordJanuary 30, 2013
As long as there is the threat of nuclear weapons... we have to maintain a safe, secure, and effective nuclear arsenal to deter any adversaries.
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Chuck Hagel
Republican · Nebraska

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Hagel emphasizes the need for a nuclear deterrent amidst ongoing threats.

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