The National Weapons of Mass Destruction Strategy: Time for a Mid-Course Correction

Abstract

Deterrence of Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) is an important element of our National Security Strategy. Over the last several years efforts to counter this threat have grown tremendously. However, there is growing evidence that this effort has not been well planned, coordinated or executed. Numerous audits of the WMD program have found a consistent lack of prioritization and coordination of effort and allocation of resources. This paper will review the WMD threat, examine and assess the evolution of U.S. policy. and highlight specific weaknesses within the current strategy. In addition, the analysis will review Department of Defense (DOD) roles and responsibilities, some of which are duplicative and non-responsive to the needs of local, state, and federal officials. This duplication has directly led to a waste of valuable resources in terms of both manpower and money. Finally, the paper will provide concrete recommendations to improve the national counter WMD effort.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 18, 2000
Accession Number
ADA374917

Entities

People

  • Steven C. Moores

Organizations

  • United States Army War College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Counter IED
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Command And Control
  • Crisis Management
  • Department Of Defense
  • Department Of Homeland Security
  • Explosive Ordnance Disposal
  • Explosives
  • First Responders
  • Governments
  • Instructors
  • National Governments
  • National Security
  • Personnel Management
  • Schools
  • Terrorism
  • United States
  • War Colleges
  • Weapons Of Mass Destruction

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  • Defense Acquisition Program Management
  • Strategic Security Studies