For clarity. Not because we want war, but because. Because we must be fully prepared to wage it. And since waging war is so costly, We owe our republic a military that can win any war we fight. And our adversaries have to believe that we're willing, capable and willing to fight and win that war, which is what leads to actual deterrence. That's peace through strength. (01:04–01:10)
CLAIM
Asserts that the military should be capable of winning any war.
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