It serves us best when it's never used, and hopefully it will never be used at all. Deterrence is 24/7. |
These are much like a nuclear weapon - they are best when not used. We want people to reconsider targeting Livermore. |
We are looking at it as we would a nuclear weapon. It is certainly best if never used, but it is a strong deterrent all the time. |
We want any engagement like that to be totally lopsided, one-sided, dominating. And this is the kind of weaponry that does it. |