Racial Senate Vote Tods Toss-Up In ABM Battle
The Senate begins debate on funding for the Safeguard antiballistic missile system amid a tight vote landscape. Key senators discuss amendments to limit or block deployment while preserving some research. Expect weeks of debate with possible executive sessions and pressure from both parties and opposition leaders.
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12 Scientists Defend Safeguard in New ABM Book
A Hudson Institute study titled Why A B M argues for a light anti ballistic missile system. Co authored by 12 nuclear analysts the book contends ABM aids arms control and deters a first strike by Russia. It counters Kennedy backed critiques and stresses safeguards impact on U S and Soviet strategics.
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Proxmire Targets $10 Billion Waste in Defense Spending
Senator William Proxmire charged $10 billion in waste in military proposals mostly for new weapons and personnel. He named the Safeguard anti missile system as waste and urged cuts, while Senator John C. Stennis defended needed front line weapons and rejected trimming total defense outlays. They agreed on large personnel cuts and possible $4 to $5 billion in procurement reductions.
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