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For decades, several high profile accidents have led to negative perceptions and poor public trust, slowing progress and obstructing nuclear power\u2019s potential to deliver clean, affordable, reliable energy to the masses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The prospects and promises of nuclear energy include national security, fighting climate change, and driving the future of industry forward. Is it time to take this panacea off the shelf and harness its power?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From the realistic risks and challenges of nuclear energy\u2019s progress to its widespread implications on politics, the environment, and our day-to-day lives, Evan Baehr sits down with experts and visits a nuclear power facility to find out if this is the silver bullet we\u2019ve been waiting for.

We made this video series, In The Arena, in partnership with Arena Hall<\/a>, a community that explores ideas, tells stories, and funds projects\u2013all to advance American ideals.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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