The game theory that led to nuclear standoffs
The Indicator from Planet Money
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Shifting Nuclear Rhetoric and the Complexities of Game Theory
This chapter examines the evolution of nuclear rhetoric during the Reagan administration and the pivotal arms negotiations with the Soviet Union that led to a historic treaty. It also critiques traditional game theory's relevance in modern nuclear deterrence and highlights the complexities of international cooperation and competition.
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