My dad would have a good argument aginsted that statement.

as the fact that I am here does too.

I believe I said they aren't GONNA solve anything.  They were used under dire circumstances to prevent the loss of thousands if not tens of thousands of American lives.  These situations do not exist currently and, if we are smart, things will stay that way.  Nukes are the ultimate last resort and their existence should not even be considered when determining policies and actions towards other nations.  They are not a fall back solution, they are a means to an end when no other means remains viable.