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What does it mean?
Designing state policy around the possibility of nuclear war is irrational and dangerous due to the catastrophic risks involved.
In plain terms
Basing policy on nuclear war is insane.
What can you take from it?
Avoid planning for mutually assured destruction.

Where it applies

  • strategic planning
  • defense policy
  • risk assessment

Putting it to work

  • avoid extreme scenarios
  • prioritize safety

Questions to consider

  • When is extreme planning justified?
  • Is peace rational?

Another view

It may underestimate cases where deterrence fails.

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