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Orienting the 2009 Nuclear Posture Review: A Roadmap

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Report: Orienting the 2009 Nuclear Posture Review: A Roadmap
Authors: Andrew Grotto (Center for American Progress) and Joe Cirincione (Ploughshares Fund)
Institution: Center for American Progress
Date: November 2008

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Key Recommendations

  • Do not politicize nuclear weapons doctrine.
  • Conduct the review as a strategy-driven exercise guided by a vision for nuclear weapons policy elaborated by the president.
  • Consult and engage the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
  • Consult and engage Congress.
  • Appoint experienced professionals to carry out the vision.
  • Ensure that the review is interagency.
  • Consult and engage key allies and partners.
  • Develop a communications plan.

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