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Lamar Alexander: A key pillar of our national defense is a strong nuclear deterrent.

On the recordApril 10, 2018
A key pillar of our national defense is a strong nuclear deterrent.
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Lamar Alexander
Republican · Tennessee

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing the importance of nuclear deterrence for national defense.

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