Bargaining, Nuclear Proliferation, and Interstate Disputes

@article{Gartzke2009BargainingNP,
  title={Bargaining, Nuclear Proliferation, and Interstate Disputes},
  author={Erik Gartzke and Dong-joon Jo},
  journal={Journal of Conflict Resolution},
  year={2009},
  volume={53},
  pages={209 - 233}
}
Contrasting claims about the consequences of nuclear weapons rely on different interpretations about how leaders respond to risk, uncertainty, and the balance of power. Nuclear optimists use deterrence theory to argue that proliferation can promote stability and inhibit the use of force. Pessimists argue that proliferation precipitates nuclear hubris, accident, or anger that heightens the risk of war. It is also possible that nuclear weapons have no net effect on dispute propensity. Since… 
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