04-18-2017, 10:12 AM
(This post was last modified: 04-18-2017, 10:15 AM by David Horn.)
There is a consensus of opinion, based on substantial evidence, that familial dynasties built on raw force decline with each generation taking power. If we assume that the current incumbent is less solidly supported than his father, then the dynasty may already be shaky. Unfortunately, the response to loss of control is often more force and military adventurism.
BHO had it right when he told the Donald that the DPRK is his biggest challenge. The ideal solution would be collapse followed by ... who knows? The Chinese want no part of the problem, but they may get it thrust on them, desired or not. South Korea is obviously most at risk, and they know it.
This powder keg will blow at some point. Let's hope it's internal so nukes are not involved, though that may be of limited benefit to the South. I can't see them avoiding some major losses in the best of cases.
BHO had it right when he told the Donald that the DPRK is his biggest challenge. The ideal solution would be collapse followed by ... who knows? The Chinese want no part of the problem, but they may get it thrust on them, desired or not. South Korea is obviously most at risk, and they know it.
This powder keg will blow at some point. Let's hope it's internal so nukes are not involved, though that may be of limited benefit to the South. I can't see them avoiding some major losses in the best of cases.
Intelligence is not knowledge and knowledge is not wisdom, but they all play well together.