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The MX Basing Debate: The Reagan Plan and Alternatives (CRS Report for Congress)

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Release Date Nov. 2, 1981
Report Number IB81165
Authors Jonathan E. Medalia, Foreign Affairs and National Defense Division
Source Agency Congressional Research Service
Summary:

On October 2, 1981, President Reagan announced his plan for basing the MX missile, as part of a comprehensive proposal on U.S. strategic forces. The plan for MX is divided into near- and long-term elements. This report analyzes the Reagan approach and other prominently mentioned alternatives.