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On the recordApril 1, 2014
many Members are very adamant that we need that nuclear deterrent strategy, we need that triad. Sequestration makes that impossible.
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Martin Smith
Democratic · Washington

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Smith highlights the necessity of maintaining a nuclear deterrent despite budget constraints.

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