Preventing the Spread of Nuclear Weapons

For decades the international community has relied on the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty to prevent a worldwide nuclear arms race. But as Iran and North Korea continue to develop arsenals of their own, some experts now question whether the treaty can head off modern threats. We'll look at the history of the NPT and whether or not it remains relevant today.

Guests

• Wayne Lesperance, associate professor of political science at New England College and head of its Center for Civic Engagement
• Bill Martel, associate professor of International Security Studies at Tufts University's Fletcher School of Diplomacy