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On the recordFebruary 10, 2016
Deterrence happens because an aggressor perceives that the cost of further aggression is going to exceed the benefit of aggression.
Said by
Tim Kaine
Democratic · Virginia

Editor's note · Context

Kaine discusses the importance of deterrence in national security, particularly against Russia.

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