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Author: Cassandra Varanka

Cassandra Varanka is the Nuclear Weapons Policy Coordinator at WAND, where she connects its work with the larger nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation community and key policy makers. Prior to joining WAND, Cassandra served as a Legislative Assistant to Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky, advising on foreign policy, defense, judiciary and other issues. Cassandra holds a Bachelor's degree from Saint Michael's College.
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Women Ambassadors, Mediocre White Men and the Iran Deal

Cassandra Varanka

“God, grant me the confidence of a mediocre white dude.” Sarah Hagi’s quote came to mind as I watched a bombastic, overconfident President Trump cause the demise of a truly historic nuclear deal.

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Taking on Trump’s Dangerous Nuclear Posture Review

Anne Armstrong and Cassandra Varanka

Trump’s review claims that the world is more dangerous than ever—and then suggests that building more nuclear weapons systems is the safest solution. We’re not buying it.

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