(US, military) The requirement for an incoming nuclear attack to be confirmed by both satellite and radar before retaliatory action is taken.
(US, military) The requirement for an incoming nuclear attack to be confirmed by both satellite and radar before retaliatory action is taken.
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(US, politics) Two primaries held concurrently.
(military) A hypothetical nuclear attack using a barrage of missiles to disrupt the target's ability to launch its own missiles.
A US political term for when two primaries — typically for different offices or parties — are held on the same election day in the same jurisdiction. Dual primaries are logistical events that can affect turnout dynamics, as different voter bases mobilize simultaneously. Political operatives and campaign strategists pay close attention to dual primaries for their strategic implications on crossover voting and resource allocation.
(US, military) A launch code to commence a nuclear attack.