“The fact is, I see no compelling reason why we should not unilaterally get rid of our nuclear weapons. To maintain them is costly and adds nothing to our security. I can think of no circumstances under which it would be wise for the United States to use nuclear weapons, even in retaliation for their prior use against us. What, for example, would our targets be? It is impossible to conceive of a target that could be hit without large-scale destruction of many innocent people?”
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Paul Nitze
Paul Nitze was an American politician and diplomat renowned for his strategic thinking and policy-making during the Cold War. He held key positions in the U.S. State Department and the National Security Council, profoundly influencing American Cold War policies. more
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