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“Let me be crystal clear: There is no such thing as 'limited use' nuclear weapons, and for a Pentagon advisory board to promote their development is absolutely unacceptable.” quote by Dianne Feinstein
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“Let me be crystal clear: There is no such thing as 'limited use' nuclear weapons, and for a Pentagon advisory board to promote their development is absolutely unacceptable.”

Dianne Feinstein

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Source Speech: Congressional Record, 2022

Advocating development of so‑called “limited use” nuclear weapons is morally and strategically unacceptable.

In simple terms: Limited use nukes are not acceptable.

Key Takeaway

Reject development of limited use nukes.

Themes

ethics security policy nuclear weapons

Mood

concerned serious

Type

political ethical

When to use this quote

  • defense policy debates
  • international arms control
  • public advocacy

Key Concepts

deterrence proliferation military strategy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we ensure nuclear policy remains humane?
  • What alternatives exist for deterrence?
A Different Perspective

Limited use concept may be politically useful but lacks technical feasibility.

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