Re:Latvia wants permanent U.S. troops, foreign minister tell...
by nradov on Tuesday March 08, 2022 @02:05AM
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It's not a matter of stupidity at all, it's purely self interest. Giving up nukes is irrational when they're such an effective tool.
The USA and Russia reduced their arsenals primarily as a cost savings measure. Keeping the weapons systems operating is shockingly expensive. Modern delivery systems are more accurate so we can now ensure MAD with fewer warheads.
Re:Latvia wants permanent U.S. troops, foreign minister tell...
by js8 on Wednesday March 09, 2022 @05:09AM
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I think I already addressed "rational self-interest" (and how it can lead to stupidity) elsewhere in the thread. It's not an end-all be-all of human nature.
The USA and Russia reduced their arsenals primarily as a cost savings measure. Keeping the weapons systems operating is shockingly expensive. Modern delivery systems are more accurate so we can now ensure MAD with fewer warheads.