Name: 3 questions we should ask about nuclear weapons
Uploaded: 2019-11-19T20:49:31Z
Duration: 12 min 52 s
Description: There are more than 10,000 nuclear weapons in existence today, each one capable of causing immense destruction. Why don't we talk about this threat as much as some other major issues? In this practical talk, nuclear security expert Emma Belcher shares three questions you can ask your elected officials to gain a better understanding of nuclear weapons and the measures we need to stay safe.

Emma Belcher: 3 questions we should ask about nuclear weapons

3 questions we should ask about nuclear weapons

There are more than 10,000 nuclear weapons in existence today, each one capable of causing immense destruction. Why don't we talk about this threat as much as some other major issues? In this practical talk, nuclear security expert Emma Belcher shares three questions you can ask your elected officials to gain a better understanding of nuclear weapons and the measures we need to stay safe.

Although nearly 15,000 nuclear weapons still exist worldwide, most people rarely consider the ongoing threat. The vast majority are held by the United States and Russia, yet public understanding and government oversight have declined since the Cold War. Rapid technological change and political tensions only increase the risk of mistakes or miscalculation. Facing these dangers, citizens can push for greater transparency and accountability in nuclear decision-making.