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Uncommon Knowledge Archive: Oppenheimer’s Edward Teller and Sid Drell on ICBM Defense Systems | Uncommon Knowledge | Peter Robinson | Hoover Institution

Uncommon Knowledge

CHAPTER

Protecting the United States: Efforts, Impact, and Political Challenges

Exploring the United States government's role in safeguarding the nation and its interests, this chapter delves into the Cold War era and the Reagan administration's efforts to mitigate the nuclear threat through diplomatic, strategic, and military measures. It also delves into the complexities of developing and implementing a defense system, discussing varying perspectives on the timeline and evaluation of the threat from other countries.

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