But that’s the frustrating thing, isn’t it? The only winning move is not to play… but no one wants to move their pieces from the board.

For as destructive and infuriatingly powerful as they are, these weapons have not been used after 1945. While it may happen within our lifetimes, it is unlikely that they will be used. They are the proverbial gun to our heads that forces us to the bargaining table, rather than the trenches (at least for the world powers).

I don’t think it realistic that nuclear weapons will be decommissioned. If anything, I believe the opposite may be true - nuclear weapons shall serve as a guarantee to all nations who possess them against being absorbed by war, or imperialism.

The next interesting quandary will be when every state who wishes the nuclear guarantee possesses it. Then who knows what will happen. If everyone is “safe”, would no one be in reality?

Will we be set to fight wars with sticks and stones after the blast?

Hard to say. But I’m pessimistic about disarmament. Self-interests and nuclear security are far greater draws than the vision of world peace. At least for our leaders.

It’s quite depressing.

Working?

California? You need to tell me your dealer, because I’d like to have an ounce of what you’re smoking. At least we give our citizens healthcare.

Before or after the Breaking Bad era? (/s)

Bakersfield? I think you forgot Redding.

I knew that book was solid when my father said it was too radical lol

Can you rephrase the question? I’m not sure if you’re referring to the sanitized version we are taught, or the other side of history that is withheld.