Well at least Bush is not around anymore or probably US would have done something irrational, premature and stupid. Let the morons running DPRK continue to do all these stupid and childish things then the whole world will bring them back in line.

Gypsy you are very insightful about Kim Jong Il wanting to "make his mark" before he dies why haven't I heard any of the talking heads on TV say this?

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A wise young crackpot knows no fear - Ian Dury.