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On the recordMay 3, 2011
we have two different requirements we have to meet: maintaining deterrence while at the same time working to decrease this threat of proliferation and nuclear terrorism.
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William J. Perry
South Carolina

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Perry emphasizes the necessity of balancing deterrence and addressing nuclear threats.

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