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970: Annie Jacobsen | The Nuts and Bolts of Nuclear Annihilation
The Jordan Harbinger Show
The Dangers of Nuclear Decision-Making
This chapter explores the intense pressures faced by the U.S. president during nuclear threats, emphasizing the urgency of making life-or-death decisions within six minutes. It delves into the inadequacies of FEMA's nuclear preparedness and the contentious policy of 'launch on warning', highlighting the complexities of American missile defense systems. The discussion further raises alarming concerns about accidental nuclear war in a multipolar world, underlining the critical necessity for effective communication among nuclear powers.
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