What's North Korea's Plan?

What is Kim Jong-II of North Korea up to? Why all the missile tests? Why the nuclear talk?

Does he want to test the new American president? Does he want to give the world the impression he's crazy? ( an impression that is succeeding). Does he want the world to fear him and see him as a world leader of importance?

Or have some of his advisers convinced him that a show of force and belligerence will bring out the powerful world nations looking to calm him down. Countries that will offer food, clothing, technology - the necessities of life that his people so desperately need - if he will back off the war rhetoric.

Let's face it. The missile tests have not been a sweeping success in any one's mind. However, if the nuclear power plant is as shaky as the missiles, then we all could be in for a lot of trouble.

China and Russia sent delegations to placate Kim, and for all the tough talk I'm sure the Obama administration will send aide, as long as the USA keeps face. (After all, we did enough butt kissing when Clinton and Gethner were in China last month.)

I think that there are members of Kim's inner circle who are gaining influence and are going to attempt to strengthen their country, by strengthening their people. People who are not hungry are receptive to change and new ideas. With the right leadership, North Korea can end up being a rival to South Korea and China in the manufacturing of inexpensive (cheap) items.

North Korea needs to be watched carefully over the next several months. Change there could happen much quieter than it appears to be happening in Iran, but it just could happen.

Let's hope that finally, some sensible minds are moving into positions of authority in North Korea.

Its Common Sense!