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On the recordMarch 1, 2017
Taking no action guarantees escalation. Taking action has the possibility of escalation but also the possibility of deterrence.
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Jeanne Shaheen
Democratic · New Hampshire

Editor's note · Context

Shaheen discusses the consequences of U.S. inaction versus action regarding election hacking.

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