Adam Smith actually said...

Credible deterrent is not just about how many nuclear weapons you have, but it is also about maintaining an open dialogue.

We absolutely have to have a nuclear deterrent because, unfortunately, there other countries--and hostile countries like Russia, North Korea...

I don't think we should simply say, 'Well, it is important so we are going to spend whatever it takes.'

I appreciate the focus on our nuclear weapons deterrent for this week. I think it is incredibly important.