The balance of terror on main street, USA

Journal Article · Sun Feb 01 00:00:00 EST 1987 · Across the Board; (USA)

OSTI ID:7174685

Stuller, J

The movement to establish nuclear-free zones across America is quietly gaining momentum. Many of these ordinances go beyond mere symbolic declarations and are viewed as a threat by business. So far, nuclear-free zones have failed in cities with strong ties to the defense industry. The movement is increasingly colliding with the interests of corporations and workers that depend on Department of Defense contracts and support of America's nuclear arsenal. Examined are the various efforts to establish or defeat such proposals in several locals.

• OSTI ID: 7174685
• Journal Information: Across the Board; (USA), Vol. 24:2; ISSN 0147-1554
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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29 ENERGY PLANNING
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