I was taken in by what might be called the Hard Times version of the Communists' advertising or recruiting technique.
“Pakistan has made no mention of ending our tests. We have a missile program, and it is in the national interest whatever we want to do.”
“Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival and the success of liberty.”