344: Oppenheimer: The Witch Hunt (Part 2)
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Nuclear Shadows: Oppenheimer's Legacy
This chapter explores the contentious debates on nuclear weapons development after World War II, highlighting the contrasting views of scientists like Edward Teller and J. Robert Oppenheimer. It delves into Oppenheimer's complex feelings of pride and guilt regarding the atomic bomb, set against a backdrop of paranoia and scrutiny during the Cold War. The narrative reflects on the moral implications and evolving dynamics of scientific responsibility amid the burgeoning arms race and international tensions.
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