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Khrushchev himself is reported to be concerned by the surge of animosity he has aroused, yet our own nuclear statesmen seem intent on following compulsively in his footsteps.

When one powerful nation strives to emulate the success of another, it is only natural.

Thus, when the Russians sent up their first sputnik, American chagrin was human enough, and American determination to put American satellites into orbit was perfectly understandable.

But to imitate an opponent when he has made the mistake of his life would be a new high in statesmanlike folly.