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On the recordJuly 28, 2015
Secretary Carter, some analysts believe that if Iran is allowed to continue to enrich nuclear materials, even for allegedly peaceful purposes, that other countries in the region will follow suit and begin their own nuclear programs. What is your assessment of this likelihood? Will this deal lead to a nuclearization of the Middle East?
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Kirsten Gillibrand
Democratic · New York

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Gillibrand raises concerns about regional nuclear proliferation due to Iran's enrichment activities.

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