Orienting the 2009 Nuclear Posture Review: A Roadmap
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.

