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Six Easy Steps to Nuclear War

Feb 19, 2018
21:03

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Quick takeaways

  • The president's unchecked authority over nuclear weapons poses risks.
  • The need for improved safeguards and accountability in nuclear launch process is critical.

Deep dives

The President's Nuclear Authority

The president holds ultimate authority over launching nuclear weapons, with the nuclear football playing a pivotal role in the process. The president decides on a strike, communicates with military advisors, and gives the official order. The system relies heavily on the president's judgment and limited checks on their power, raising concerns about potential unchecked authority.

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