Are We Closer Than Ever To Nuclear War?
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The Weight of the Nuclear Football
This chapter examines the chilling realities of U.S. nuclear policy, specifically focusing on the 'nuclear football'—the briefcase that provides the president access to launch codes. It discusses the evolution of nuclear command authority and the pressing concerns around the concentration of power in one individual, particularly in high-stakes scenarios. The conversation raises critical questions about the morality and risks associated with immediate nuclear responses, emphasizing the disturbing implications of such authority in global conflicts.
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