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On the recordFebruary 1, 2010
So that both in terms of acquisition of the target and launching to intercept, Alaska is well positioned vis-a-vis Iran and North Korea?
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Jack Reed
Democratic · Rhode Island

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Reed seeks clarification on Alaska's missile defense capabilities against threats from Iran and North Korea.

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