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“The second touchstone for America I think unquestionably was pushing to conclusion the program we had with the Russians to control the Soviet nuclear arsenal. I tend to think that more than anything else, that will come back to haunt us.” quote by Michael Scheuer
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“The second touchstone for America I think unquestionably was pushing to conclusion the program we had with the Russians to control the Soviet nuclear arsenal. I tend to think that more than anything else, that will come back to haunt us.”

Michael Scheuer

About This Quote

Source Speech: Interview on nuclear policy, 2000s

He warns that the U.S. agreement to limit Soviet nuclear weapons may later cause serious problems for America.

In simple terms: U.S. nuclear deal may backfire.

Key Takeaway

Consider long‑term consequences of arms deals.

Themes

security policy geopolitics risk future

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

political strategic

When to use this quote

  • defense planning
  • diplomacy
  • non‑proliferation
  • budgeting
  • public debate

Key Concepts

deterrence mutual assured destruction strategic stability

Questions to Reflect On

  • How might this agreement affect future negotiations?
  • What safeguards could prevent unintended fallout?
A Different Perspective

Potential loss of leverage if Soviet arsenal remains uncontrolled.

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