Ultimately the success of any nonproliferation strategy requires a universal standard. Washington's "Do as I say, not as I do" approach lacks moral authority and is seen as hypocritical. It is like preaching temperance from a bar stool. — David Cortright Copy Share Image
If the United States wants to prevent other countries from acquiring the bomb, it must be prepared to reduce and eventually end its own… — David Cortright Copy Share Image
Ultimately the success of any nonproliferation strategy requires a universal standard. Washington's "Do as I say, not as I do" approach lacks moral authority… — David Cortright Copy Share Image
Reducing the nuclear danger will require a universal, consistent opposition to all forms of weapons development — David Cortright Copy Share Image
Warmakers are often wrong. ... Peace advocates are sometimes right, especially when their ideas are not only morally sound but politically realistic — David Cortright Copy Share Image
Pouring arms into the spreading cauldron of war risks exacerbating the crisis in Iraq. A fully inclusive international diplomatic process should be attempted and… — David Cortright Copy Share Image
The risk of an all-out nuclear holocaust destroying all life on the planet has diminished, but the danger of actual nuclear weapons use has… — David Cortright Copy Share Image
In no circumstance would the United States or any other nation have the right to mount a military invasion to overthrow another government for… — David Cortright Copy Share Image
