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Guest Commentary: August 14, 2001
The World Is Still a Dangerous Place
The Honorable George Allen
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With the proliferation of missile technology and nuclear weapons of mass destruction, I continue to believe that, as soon as it is technologically feasible, the U.S. should deploy a system that will help keep Americans safe from missile attacks, whether from a major adversary or from a rogue nation.
I am encouraged by the recent successful anti-missile defense test [in July]. I look forward to a 'new reality' modified treaty that will allow us to deploy an air, sea and land-based defense.
In the 21st Century, America faces new threats, new battlefields and new weapons, and age-old disputes - the world is still a dangerous place. As leaders of this great nation, we must understand that the challenges and threats of this century are far different from those experienced in wars and conflicts of the past century.
There is a basic, inescapable and gripping truth about the freedom we cherish. We must make sure that our country continues to be strong enough to defend its security and its interests whenever they are threatened.
Therefore, the U.S. must address threats from cyberterrorists, terrorists using rental vehicles or suitcase bombs, and biological attacks. We need multifaceted assistance from our Intelligence, armed forces and law enforcement agencies and early detection to thwart attacks as well as preparing for defense and recovery if such attacks occur.
Note: The above column is adapted from a statement Senator Allen released on August 14, 2001.
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