They also favor measures that reduce the number of nuclear weapons worldwide. However, it should be noted that nearly 6 in 10 favor the United States reducing its nuclear arsenal to a few hundred even without any mention of similar actions by others. Support for a nuclear test ban treaty is also high. In sum, though nuclear war is no longer at the top of voters minds as it was in earlier decades, Americans are still clearly concerned about a nuclear threat. In addition, voters support bold initiatives to address this danger.
Politicians have permission to act.
Indeed, there are several specific proposals which receive almost unanimous support, such as increasing security at nuclear sites around the world and assisting with the dismantling of nuclear weapons in Russia. Finally, addressing this issue is seen as an important and memorable legacy for President Clinton. For more information about the Committee, or if you have any comments, corrections, or suggestions for this web site, please send your name and e-mail to the Web Page Administrator.