Sam Nunn

American lawyer and politician

Sam Nunn - American lawyer and politician
Born

September 8th, 1938
86 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as a United States Senator from Georgia from 1972 to 1997. Played a significant role in defense policy and nuclear nonproliferation. As a co-chairman of the Nuclear Threat Initiative, focused on reducing global nuclear risks. Was instrumental in various legislative efforts to improve military readiness and national security.

Served on the Armed Services Committee

Co-authored the Nunn-Lugar Cooperative Threat Reduction Act

Authored key legislation on defense and foreign affairs

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