Mische, Patricia M. creator text Opinion Papers. xxu Washington, D.C.] Distributed by ERIC Clearinghouse 1984 monographic eng

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84 p. ; 23 cm. These two essays are intended to make U.S. citizens think about what they are doing, to put contemplation before action when considering the "Star Wars" proposals, i.e., proposals for research, development, and testing of space weapons. It is emphasized that the "Star Wars" proposals offer no real breakthroughs in strengthening national security or world security. The first essay, "Star Wars and the State of Our Souls," discusses the weaponization of space, space dedicated to peace, preparing for star wars, types of space weapons, how weapons determine policy, arguments of proponents and opponents of "Star Wars," the real objectives of "Star Wars," the need for people to really think about what "Star Wars" would mean, and the benefits of a ban on space weapons. The second essay,"Space Weapons: A Workable Defense Or a Faustian Bargain?" describes and assesses anti-satellite weapons and "Star Wars" technology and proposes a ban on space weapons. The publication concludes with a "Proposal for a Deep Freeze" by Robert M. Bowman. (RM) Patricia M. Mische. Availability: Global Education Associates, 552 Park Ave., East Orange, NJ 07017 ($2.50; bulk rates available). Microfiche. [Washington D.C.]: ERIC Clearinghouse microfiches : positive. Disarmament Foreign Policy National Security Nuclear Warfare Nuclear Weapons Peace Outer Space Space Weapons Star Wars Nuclear Deterrence Nuclear Freeze 355.02182 MIS ED256692 ERIC ericd 080220 20160602091705.0 5453389 eng