In rational deterrence theory mutual deterrence is considered as a kind of bargaining process, but the classical Rubinstein bargaining model can not be directly applied to it.

理性威慑理论将相互威慑看作是一种讨价还价过程，但鲁宾斯坦经典讨价还价模型无法直接用于相互威慑讨价还价研究。

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Even though it could retaliate against a hypothetical Iranian or North Korean nuclear attack and obliterate both nations while utilizing only 1 or 2% of its arsenal, the Obama administration is acting as if the theory of deterrence no longer applies.

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The classic theory of deterrence contemplates the state absorbing the first harm, apprehending its perpetrator and then punishing him publicly and proportionally, so as to show potential future harm doers that it does not pay to commit the harm.

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Kennan, whose writings gave birth to the theory of nuclear deterrence, argued passionately but futilely against the development of the hydrogen bomb.

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