There mere title of this article is both an appalling and chilling reminder of the ignorance of the so-called intelligent among us.

My first response is, “Yes. And annihilation of the planet will end world hunger.”

Here’s a quote:

Smaller, more accurate nuclear weapons could reduce collateral damage and be more persuasive in the complex calculus of nuclear deterrence, Los Alamos National Laboratory scientists say. – “Report: Mini Nukes May Save Lives,” CBSNews.com, November 10, 2003.

Now word yet on how much the Bush Administration is paying for this new(que-lur) PR campaign.