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To: Sidney Reilly who wrote (1327)9/5/2006 12:45:10 AM
From: Bread Upon The WaterRead Replies (1) | Respond to of 1695
 
If it wasn't for submarines I would say you were right, but because of submarines both sides have second strike capability and hence MAD (mutually assured destruction) is guaranteed---which acts as a deterrent among the major nations.

It the terrorists I'm worried about because MAD is not guaranteed with them.