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On the recordFebruary 1, 2010
How do you believe these reductions would be apportioned between the B-52 and B-2, and at what level of reduction do you become nervous about the viability of the bomber leg of the triad?
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John Thune
Republican · South Dakota

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Senator Thune questions the impact of potential bomber reductions on strategic capabilities.

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