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On the recordJuly 12, 2000
I recognize the military had indicated that this perhaps doesn't give them the diversity of tests they desire. Certainly, I am interested in the comment that this Nation is faced with a multiple of sources, and that confirms my concern about the overall threat posed to this Nation by the rogue or accidental firing of a missile. That is why we need this national missile defense program.
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Mark Warner
Democratic · Virginia

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Discussing the need for a national missile defense program in response to military concerns.

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