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200257 minPG-13documentary

Missile Wars

200257 minPG-13documentary

A multi-billion dollar antimissile system remains unproven as the Bush administration pushes for national missile defense after America's withdrawal from the ABM Treaty.

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A multi-billion dollar antimissile system remains unproven as the Bush administration pushes for national missile defense after America's withdrawal from the ABM Treaty.

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Sherry Jonesdirector

Sherry Joneswriter

Paul Wolfowitzcast

Newt Gingrich

Newt Gingrichcast

Ronald Kadishcast

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In 2002, the Bush administration withdrew from the Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty, aiming to deploy a national missile defense system. Supporters argue this system is vital for protecting the U.S. from missile threats posed by rogue states. Critics contend that the risk of terrorist attacks, like those on September 11, is more pressing. Through interviews with advocates, scientists, and military experts, "Missile Wars" investigates the debate surrounding this multi-billion dollar weapons program and its role in U.S. military strategy post-9/11.

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