After decades of building a nuclear infrastructure to produce nuclear weapons the North Korean are just going to give that up?! Right! Too much time, effort and money has been spent being a thorn in side of the US. The leader of North Korean leader is a serial kidnapper, serial rapist, and serial killer. The President going to meet him is a big mistake.
Timmy
6 years ago
Maybe Trump can introduce Kim to Stormy.
Brian B
6 years ago
I am uncertain that a meeting between President Trump and Kim jong-un would be productive for American interests. It would give leadership credibility to Kim as the media makes it’s usual attempt to portray Kim as earnest and reasonable………and persecuted, while ignoring the truth that he is a slave-holding butcher and war-monger. Kim will most certainly capitalize on the publicity with his usual deceit and propaganda.
Dorothy
6 years ago
Un is a sly character who looks for prominence on the world stage; the Olympics gave him his latest opportunity and he reveled in it. He has proven unstable, untrustworthy. Had he not acted as he has, firing missiles all over the area and having his stiff-legged marches with armaments, he would never have been considered for a meeting with President Trump. He is happy to go so he can have sanctions lifted (after all, he fooled Carter) and to show the world how very important he is. Whatever comes of the meet, this one has things wrong with him that are not susceptible to fixing. I think the President knows this.
Lynda
6 years ago
I think he should not forget Dec 11 1941..Japan was talking with the US when they bombed Pearl Harbor
Dean Alan Schrickel
6 years ago
I think if Clinton had ignored him in 1993 the Kim dynasty would have ended up on the ash heap of history and many Korean lives would have been saved! The problem now is they have technology and no currency! What group will they try to sell the technolgy to?
Steve
6 years ago
Never trust a commie .
dr. Michael J. Deeb
6 years ago
Pre-conditions should include release of all Americans held in NK jails. POTUS sb willing to walk out on NK if necessary.
Roger
6 years ago
Despite Kim Jong Un’s intention, whether honest or dishonest and deceitful, Trump earns a ‘Win For The Free World’ by making the effort to discuss nuclear weapons ambitions and related dangers posed by KJU’s radical behavior and threats against several nations. If Un doesn’t agree to disarm and stand down, Trump walks away with a lesser win because he put forth the effort to discuss the matter, face to face. In turn, more nations will align with the US and Japan against NK, possibly including Russia.
It is still unlikely China would turn against Un, but they would have to back down from any support they might give him if they faced a stronger alliance against KJU, seeing the results of the honest, respectful negotiation discussion by Trump.
If Un realizes he cannot win against the Free World, and especially against The Art of the Deal-er, and sets aside his nuclear arsenal and ambition to dominate the China Sea area, even temporarily, the Free World earns a win, even if temporarily.
Douglas LaGier
6 years ago
Trump has the experience of making deals. He knows he is meeting with an lying Degenerate Intolerant Sanctimonious Hypocrite but, he has dealt with the democrats so he has a lot of experience.
Jon Floto
6 years ago
I would like to see South Korea included at some point
Stan
6 years ago
North Korea has never lived up to any agreement, they will take the cash and continue developing nuclear weapons.
Tony Soprano
6 years ago
We need to have our men and woman home
Let the two sides fix it. If Trump can get a deal go for it ..
We have spent billions pack up and go home.. We need to stop policing the globe.
We have spent trillions of waste on wars we never win. While we owe trillions
Let the military complex and shadow govt ..
Go on unemployment.
As long as we are in debt cut pensions of con artist bernie Madoff elected officials.
The cold old war is over. If North Korea
Threatens the South let them handle it
They are a developed nation
Our Neo con artist republican and democrats keep us in wars to benefit
Their pockets
Steve in NY
6 years ago
I doubt anything of substance would come from a meeting between Mr. Trump and the North Korean leader. The US media will paint this as a failure of Mr. Trump.
David Senn
6 years ago
I believe that Trump knows what he is doing. It was his tactics as a “no nonsense,” “put up or shut up” leader that brought the N Koreans to the table in the first place. Trump knows who he’s dealing with and knows how to deal with bullies – unlike our last 3 presidents. I only wish that our media and the Trump critics would just let Trump work his magic and stand with him and cheer him on instead of trying to stop him at every turn and question every move he makes. He knows more about what he’s doing than any of his critics realize. Let’s let our president help us “Make America Great Again!!”
Phil
6 years ago
The main stream media (Pravda) declared that Reagan was pushing The Soviet Union to war! They were wrong then and are wrong now. History will show Trump as one of the most important Presidents in our history, turning the government back to the “people” and away from the ruling class.
John A
6 years ago
If Trump ignores KJU’s offer to talk, that might be NK’s excuse to fire missiles at someone, probably SK. Of course NK isn’t sincere, but it will be interesting to see what comes out of the talks. Obama ran around the world talking to any crazy regime that he wanted to…Cuba…Iran…the Palestinians….and the media loved it….because it was their precious Obama. He only did it to put himself in the limelight; it had nothing to do with furthering the interests of the US or of mankind. (How much have living conditions improved in Cuba?) Trump isn’t Obama (Thank God!), and he won’t give away anything unless KJU gives up something of value to us and the rest of the world. All Obama cared about was how his actions placed him in history. Trump, despite his various shortcomings, wants to GET THINGS DONE….and, while there are no guarantees of success in this venture, with Trump at the helm, there is at least a chance.
John C.
6 years ago
I agree that if possible, a meeting should be held but………..what would lead anyone to believe that Kim jong-un is honest and can be trusted. He has proven time after time that he is a deceitful, murderous dictator who has systematically starved and tortured his entire country. Do you think a pre-war meeting between Churchill and Hitler would have changed the outcome of WWII? And I agree with one of the other comments, we were “negotiating ” with the Japanese when they attacked Pearl Harbor!
George Brodrick
6 years ago
I believe some good will come out of this meeting. Our President is a great negotiator so I say peace may rule over nuclear arms buildup. Kim may want to be rid of all the economic sanctions
The question remains whether Kim will build up his agriculture, infrastructure and citizenry. Or use the sanction relief for further nuclear buildup. Whatever the negotiated agreement, it must be enforceable and maintained with consequences written, agreed upon and signed.
Charles Hall
6 years ago
President Trump has been preparing for this meeting on the day of his first tweet. He also prepared the President of South Korea with positional dialog regarding the future of North Korea. Why was everyone surprised at the announcement,including his cabinet, because he is businessman not a politician. Negotiations this critical to the security of the USA, it’s allies and the population of North Korea must never be compromised by leaks and destructive comments by left.
Politicians are incapable of crisis avoidance or prevention because it does not provide political clout. Generally political solutions created more problems much greater than the problem being solved. Successful business like President Trump solve problems, politicians created problems.
The N.Korean leadership has not directly felt the affects of the sanctions. I would up the financial sanctions significantly during the meeting preparation time. I’m sure he will concede to President Trumps demands if he comes to the meeting about 50 lbs. lighter.
The worms eye view.
Elena Tellez
6 years ago
I would NEVER trust Kim Jong Un — he is an unstable, murdering psychopath. I recall Japan was in conferences with the U.S. when they hit Pearl Harbor. BUT I trust Trump, Gen. Mattis, and the Joint Chiefs of Staff, will take everything into consideration and be prepared for any eventuality. I believe in dialogue with the enemy, but hope we don’t give in on any points which benefit America. Kim is cash-poor; we need to squeeze him and his puppet regime even more. Actually, someone needs to kill this evil one — maybe one of his own people.
Bob L.
6 years ago
Harry Truman got it wrong while he was potus. He followed the UN’s direction and allowed North Korea to exist when he fired General MacArthur and pulled back to the 38th parallel. As a result, millions of Korean lives have since been lost to a vile, repressive regime and the war only on hold to this day since it has not been formally ended.
Hal in Houston
6 years ago
Send Special envoy Dennis Rodman to the PDRK with the bad news. Trump will not throw you a lifeline, the sanctions remain while you are in charge. However, he is willing to let you and 50 of your favorite family members (and generals) live in exile for the remainder of their lives. In exchange for your departure, we will forgo the trails at the Hague for crimes against humanity and you won’t end up like Gaddafi, Mussolini, Ceausescu or Saddam. The US taxpayers will provide a yearly stipend of $10 Million dollars, while any of your designated members are still alive. (So don’t take too many folks or your lavish lifestyle will suffer.) Would you prefer Russia, China, Cuba or somewhere else?
What do you say Dear Leader? We can send 3 C-17 next week to pick up your designated people.
Without that out of the way, we can start the peaceful reunification of Korea and return our troops to the US.
Bill
6 years ago
Three out of four are true statements. While I hold little hope in the Norks giving up their nukes, the country is suffering mightily and I think the time is right for pressure on L’il Kim personally. I know his intentions are to retain power, let’s see what he is willing to give up to survive.
John G.
6 years ago
The first order of business is to absolutely trust no one. Looking back in time , to December of 1941 while purporting to make nice with America, the Empire of Japan was launching an attack on our naval and military forces in Hawaii. The meeting in May should be held in a neutral venue and there should be negotiation not only for total denuclearization of North Korea’s weapons, but also a formal peace agreement between North and South Korea. In its present state North Korea is in no position to make demands. Simply stated, North Korea has to comply or suffer the consequences.
George
6 years ago
If President Trump was able to lay the ground work for a reunited Korea it would great. The people get their country united and Kim maintain his dignity. Now that would be quite the negotiation with pluses for world.
Lawrence K. Marsh
6 years ago
If I could do so, I would advise President Trump to be careful in dealing with any Communists: they believe the end justifies the means in reaching their goals, including lying. I am at least glad President Trump is making the effort, though!
Blayde Priddy
6 years ago
Pres. Trump knows how to ‘Wheel & Deal’ , knows how to use America’s strength , will not be threatened by Kim Jong-un and will walk away with the best deal we have had in 30 years , he will also make Kim feel proud of this agreement…….he knows how to win…
Alan Power
6 years ago
It can’t hurt to talk. My first concerns are that he would try to do to our Pres. what he did to his half brother. My second concern is we should not take our eyes off of Iran. They are joined at the hip and have the same goal.
Garland Young
6 years ago
I believe even those who want admit it have some degree of hope
Charles "Sneakers" Nesby
6 years ago
Trust but verify for two years and beyond before lifting any sanctions!
Marvin H.
6 years ago
Once again a poll with options that are too narrow and somewhat leading. Unlike too many elections where the choice comes down to voting for the least wrong option I chose not to vote. I think there are pieces of multiple answers that could ultimately be the outcome but we’ll just have to wait and see. Has Kim proven to be unpredictable? Absolutely! Could an agreement be historic? If it works out then yes, but I personally don’t think the odds are great. Is Trump in a position of power to negotiate the reasonable resolution? I would like to think so because of the sanctions and the position of strength we have used in handling this situation so far but with Kim, who knows?
I’m just going to take a wait and see attitude but honestly none of the outcomes will surprise me. At the least I feel more confident with Trump in these negotiations than anyone else we’ve had lately to work a deal. And I’m sure he’s more than aware of who and what he’s dealing with. Unfortunately it takes two reasonable parties to make a deal…..
Dick Albright
6 years ago
No comparison with WWII or WW! or even K-I or Vietnam! Stands alone as Trump is different from all, even Truman, JFK, Reagan, Bush I&II. He’s one of US and not political, only common sense. He really deserves the Nobel Prize for just getting us here to do as Harry said, “The Buck Stops Here” –The Boss makes the Deals. His promises kept despite the continual roadblocks (he’s crashed all) are “Testament” (even Biblical) to his “Force Majeure”. The result of this will ultimately be a reunification of Korea, and greater ties between old adversaries (as in the past) with, guess who, China (remember the Flying Tigers & Burma Road?), Russia, Japan, the PI, and the US which is no one’s adversary. The US began “Presidential” with our Constitution. See how many countries have adopted that paradigm? Beck is semi-wrong, Levin is semi-wrong, even Savage is semi-wrong . . .but Rush? All Right, 99.47% of the time. Watch, listen and learn how the master with the “Golden Touch” handles these situations . . .one at a time! Remember, there were lots of buggy-whip makers and wheel-wrights at one time. Now they’re all clean-room techs and software engineers. And military? “Speak softly and carry a BIG STICK” . . .or . . . sometimes stand tall and keep your hand on your sword!
Donna H.
6 years ago
I don’t think it is wise to meet with the Devil’s advocates.
Jorge O. Pelaez
6 years ago
I was delighted to here that Lil Rocket man requested a sit down, as the drive by media has criticized every movement President Trump has made, they criticized him for Tax cuts and they have and continue to create jobs, investments, repatriation of trillions abroad, they criticized him for getting us out of the UN Paris Accord which would have been a financial disaster in the name of The UN’s phoney Climate Change BS and we saved a fortune as a result , and when The President got ha4dcand tough and ridiculed the Lil Rocket Man they said he was basically starting WWIII ! And the result = No more rocket, missile launches and Lil Rocket Man now wants a meeting. Forget about all the drive by media and all the leftist politicians and rinos that talked of diplomacy and detente and gravitas There is only one way to deal with a junkyard dog Bully and that with Strength and conviction. President Trump reminds us Americans what it was like and how great it felt when our President stood up for all Americans wherever it may be. He makes me and many of us swell with a new pride and love for a government that is “of the people, by the people and for the people”. God Bless President Trump and God Bless the USA.
Robby
6 years ago
Many us over 50, will be completely surprised by the outcome of this meeting…President Trump will accomplish what former presidents dreamed of doing. But, circumstances & conditions during their service to country wouldn’t allow it… it’s all about timing and the following of Jesus. Trump is the Cyrus. Look it up.
dave miclette
6 years ago
Our great President is on the right track . N Korea would benefit greatly by toning it down and perhaps join the rest of the civilized world . There’s a small glimmer of hope and Trump knows how to use it .
Greg C.
6 years ago
The meeting venue should be in a neutral location if not the U.S…not on the adversary’s home turf. Especially given Kim Jong-un’s proclivity for eliminating his adversaries and stated objective to attack the U.S….he’s not a rational individual so it is an unquantifiable risk to both Pres Trump and U.S. interests. First rule, never negotiate with a terrorist on their terms.
Paul Parrish
6 years ago
President Trump should ask Lil Rocketman to sing his hit song, “Gangnam Style”.
For openers…
Thomas
6 years ago
The NK people are starving and NK has about 6-9 months monetary reserves, after which they will be bankrupt and totally insolvent. I would not put it past KJU to cut a deal for exile (in complete luxury) somewhere, abandon his people and stick us with the bill. He’s completely vain, self-absorbed and cares only about his hide–he certainly does not care at all for his own people or human rights.
Don
6 years ago
All the countries we go to War against become our trading partners.We as consumers are brain dead in this respect.
Dante
6 years ago
The Maine stream media is having a meltdown, just think if Trump does succeed. the Democrats and liberals would rather have Trump fail than have the world a safer place, it’s really sickening.
God bless President Trump and let’s all pray that he succeeds. And yes I pray for our country every day.
D.J. Perry
6 years ago
I didn’t really like the choices for the poll. I believe that Kim is only putting on a face, however, even if remote, there’s that slim possibility that perhaps he can be persuaded to give up his nuclear program, then it would be a great meeting. One can only hope that the North Korean people will rise up and de-throne this mad man. And I agree with Lynda’s remark about the Japanese of 41, be careful when holding onto the tail of a snake.
Linda Rizzo
6 years ago
I think President Trunp better have someone to test everything he eats, drinks, or even smells. And, that he should wear gloves and make sure no one touches him anywhere. Remember what Kim Jong-un had done to his Uncle in an airport. All the woman did was touch him and he died instantly! Except for that, I think it is an amazing opportunity for the Korean people, both North and South. I simply don’t trust the North to be truthful.
Susan
6 years ago
I would like to have answered the poll, ‘all of the above.’
Mary
6 years ago
President Trump knows exactly what he is doing & why. He won’t mess around with Kim and Kim best think twice messing with Trump & the USA.
Trump is NOT puss Obama & Clinton. Wuss days are over!
Bob P.
6 years ago
Wait a minute…..this kitten dictator has been roaring like a lion with his missle program….bragging that he can reach targets as far away as the USA. Now he wants to talk disarmament. What is it that we don’t know?
Pres. Trump is very able to negotiate a deal….but he needs to be fully aware of any lack of determination on his part will be perceived as weakness.
He is not dealing with a regime who is playing with a full deck.
Stability in that region is much desired……but it isn’t going to be easy.
JOMAR
6 years ago
I think Kim Jong-un’s intentions are not honorable and he will try his best to mislead President Trump. It’s very difficult to predict what will happen when Kim’s ploys to accomplish his agendas fail. President Trump could be the best deal maker in the world. That doesn’t mean a thing to a madman like Kim jong-un. Elena Tellez has the solution for dealing with unstable, murdering psychopaths. Check out her post.
RS
6 years ago
We were taught in high school that a treaty is only as good as the person who makes it. TRUST BUT VERIFY.
Walter B. Hamilton
6 years ago
A meeting would be very good – I’m sure that Kim realizes the threat to his country if he chooses to push the button and he is smart enough to refrain from doing it. Donald Trump with his expertise on money issues has the ability to compromise with negative leadership and will provide a better relationship with North Korea. The Olympics came at a perfect time and has exposed to Kim the value of good leadership. Donald Trump is for the people – not only in America, but worldwide!!!
After decades of building a nuclear infrastructure to produce nuclear weapons the North Korean are just going to give that up?! Right! Too much time, effort and money has been spent being a thorn in side of the US. The leader of North Korean leader is a serial kidnapper, serial rapist, and serial killer. The President going to meet him is a big mistake.
Maybe Trump can introduce Kim to Stormy.
I am uncertain that a meeting between President Trump and Kim jong-un would be productive for American interests. It would give leadership credibility to Kim as the media makes it’s usual attempt to portray Kim as earnest and reasonable………and persecuted, while ignoring the truth that he is a slave-holding butcher and war-monger. Kim will most certainly capitalize on the publicity with his usual deceit and propaganda.
Un is a sly character who looks for prominence on the world stage; the Olympics gave him his latest opportunity and he reveled in it. He has proven unstable, untrustworthy. Had he not acted as he has, firing missiles all over the area and having his stiff-legged marches with armaments, he would never have been considered for a meeting with President Trump. He is happy to go so he can have sanctions lifted (after all, he fooled Carter) and to show the world how very important he is. Whatever comes of the meet, this one has things wrong with him that are not susceptible to fixing. I think the President knows this.
I think he should not forget Dec 11 1941..Japan was talking with the US when they bombed Pearl Harbor
I think if Clinton had ignored him in 1993 the Kim dynasty would have ended up on the ash heap of history and many Korean lives would have been saved! The problem now is they have technology and no currency! What group will they try to sell the technolgy to?
Never trust a commie .
Pre-conditions should include release of all Americans held in NK jails. POTUS sb willing to walk out on NK if necessary.
Despite Kim Jong Un’s intention, whether honest or dishonest and deceitful, Trump earns a ‘Win For The Free World’ by making the effort to discuss nuclear weapons ambitions and related dangers posed by KJU’s radical behavior and threats against several nations. If Un doesn’t agree to disarm and stand down, Trump walks away with a lesser win because he put forth the effort to discuss the matter, face to face. In turn, more nations will align with the US and Japan against NK, possibly including Russia.
It is still unlikely China would turn against Un, but they would have to back down from any support they might give him if they faced a stronger alliance against KJU, seeing the results of the honest, respectful negotiation discussion by Trump.
If Un realizes he cannot win against the Free World, and especially against The Art of the Deal-er, and sets aside his nuclear arsenal and ambition to dominate the China Sea area, even temporarily, the Free World earns a win, even if temporarily.
Trump has the experience of making deals. He knows he is meeting with an lying Degenerate Intolerant Sanctimonious Hypocrite but, he has dealt with the democrats so he has a lot of experience.
I would like to see South Korea included at some point
North Korea has never lived up to any agreement, they will take the cash and continue developing nuclear weapons.
We need to have our men and woman home
Let the two sides fix it. If Trump can get a deal go for it ..
We have spent billions pack up and go home.. We need to stop policing the globe.
We have spent trillions of waste on wars we never win. While we owe trillions
Let the military complex and shadow govt ..
Go on unemployment.
As long as we are in debt cut pensions of con artist bernie Madoff elected officials.
The cold old war is over. If North Korea
Threatens the South let them handle it
They are a developed nation
Our Neo con artist republican and democrats keep us in wars to benefit
Their pockets
I doubt anything of substance would come from a meeting between Mr. Trump and the North Korean leader. The US media will paint this as a failure of Mr. Trump.
I believe that Trump knows what he is doing. It was his tactics as a “no nonsense,” “put up or shut up” leader that brought the N Koreans to the table in the first place. Trump knows who he’s dealing with and knows how to deal with bullies – unlike our last 3 presidents. I only wish that our media and the Trump critics would just let Trump work his magic and stand with him and cheer him on instead of trying to stop him at every turn and question every move he makes. He knows more about what he’s doing than any of his critics realize. Let’s let our president help us “Make America Great Again!!”
The main stream media (Pravda) declared that Reagan was pushing The Soviet Union to war! They were wrong then and are wrong now. History will show Trump as one of the most important Presidents in our history, turning the government back to the “people” and away from the ruling class.
If Trump ignores KJU’s offer to talk, that might be NK’s excuse to fire missiles at someone, probably SK. Of course NK isn’t sincere, but it will be interesting to see what comes out of the talks. Obama ran around the world talking to any crazy regime that he wanted to…Cuba…Iran…the Palestinians….and the media loved it….because it was their precious Obama. He only did it to put himself in the limelight; it had nothing to do with furthering the interests of the US or of mankind. (How much have living conditions improved in Cuba?) Trump isn’t Obama (Thank God!), and he won’t give away anything unless KJU gives up something of value to us and the rest of the world. All Obama cared about was how his actions placed him in history. Trump, despite his various shortcomings, wants to GET THINGS DONE….and, while there are no guarantees of success in this venture, with Trump at the helm, there is at least a chance.
I agree that if possible, a meeting should be held but………..what would lead anyone to believe that Kim jong-un is honest and can be trusted. He has proven time after time that he is a deceitful, murderous dictator who has systematically starved and tortured his entire country. Do you think a pre-war meeting between Churchill and Hitler would have changed the outcome of WWII? And I agree with one of the other comments, we were “negotiating ” with the Japanese when they attacked Pearl Harbor!
I believe some good will come out of this meeting. Our President is a great negotiator so I say peace may rule over nuclear arms buildup. Kim may want to be rid of all the economic sanctions
The question remains whether Kim will build up his agriculture, infrastructure and citizenry. Or use the sanction relief for further nuclear buildup. Whatever the negotiated agreement, it must be enforceable and maintained with consequences written, agreed upon and signed.
President Trump has been preparing for this meeting on the day of his first tweet. He also prepared the President of South Korea with positional dialog regarding the future of North Korea. Why was everyone surprised at the announcement,including his cabinet, because he is businessman not a politician. Negotiations this critical to the security of the USA, it’s allies and the population of North Korea must never be compromised by leaks and destructive comments by left.
Politicians are incapable of crisis avoidance or prevention because it does not provide political clout. Generally political solutions created more problems much greater than the problem being solved. Successful business like President Trump solve problems, politicians created problems.
The N.Korean leadership has not directly felt the affects of the sanctions. I would up the financial sanctions significantly during the meeting preparation time. I’m sure he will concede to President Trumps demands if he comes to the meeting about 50 lbs. lighter.
The worms eye view.
I would NEVER trust Kim Jong Un — he is an unstable, murdering psychopath. I recall Japan was in conferences with the U.S. when they hit Pearl Harbor. BUT I trust Trump, Gen. Mattis, and the Joint Chiefs of Staff, will take everything into consideration and be prepared for any eventuality. I believe in dialogue with the enemy, but hope we don’t give in on any points which benefit America. Kim is cash-poor; we need to squeeze him and his puppet regime even more. Actually, someone needs to kill this evil one — maybe one of his own people.
Harry Truman got it wrong while he was potus. He followed the UN’s direction and allowed North Korea to exist when he fired General MacArthur and pulled back to the 38th parallel. As a result, millions of Korean lives have since been lost to a vile, repressive regime and the war only on hold to this day since it has not been formally ended.
Send Special envoy Dennis Rodman to the PDRK with the bad news. Trump will not throw you a lifeline, the sanctions remain while you are in charge. However, he is willing to let you and 50 of your favorite family members (and generals) live in exile for the remainder of their lives. In exchange for your departure, we will forgo the trails at the Hague for crimes against humanity and you won’t end up like Gaddafi, Mussolini, Ceausescu or Saddam. The US taxpayers will provide a yearly stipend of $10 Million dollars, while any of your designated members are still alive. (So don’t take too many folks or your lavish lifestyle will suffer.) Would you prefer Russia, China, Cuba or somewhere else?
What do you say Dear Leader? We can send 3 C-17 next week to pick up your designated people.
Without that out of the way, we can start the peaceful reunification of Korea and return our troops to the US.
Three out of four are true statements. While I hold little hope in the Norks giving up their nukes, the country is suffering mightily and I think the time is right for pressure on L’il Kim personally. I know his intentions are to retain power, let’s see what he is willing to give up to survive.
The first order of business is to absolutely trust no one. Looking back in time , to December of 1941 while purporting to make nice with America, the Empire of Japan was launching an attack on our naval and military forces in Hawaii. The meeting in May should be held in a neutral venue and there should be negotiation not only for total denuclearization of North Korea’s weapons, but also a formal peace agreement between North and South Korea. In its present state North Korea is in no position to make demands. Simply stated, North Korea has to comply or suffer the consequences.
If President Trump was able to lay the ground work for a reunited Korea it would great. The people get their country united and Kim maintain his dignity. Now that would be quite the negotiation with pluses for world.
If I could do so, I would advise President Trump to be careful in dealing with any Communists: they believe the end justifies the means in reaching their goals, including lying. I am at least glad President Trump is making the effort, though!
Pres. Trump knows how to ‘Wheel & Deal’ , knows how to use America’s strength , will not be threatened by Kim Jong-un and will walk away with the best deal we have had in 30 years , he will also make Kim feel proud of this agreement…….he knows how to win…
It can’t hurt to talk. My first concerns are that he would try to do to our Pres. what he did to his half brother. My second concern is we should not take our eyes off of Iran. They are joined at the hip and have the same goal.
I believe even those who want admit it have some degree of hope
Trust but verify for two years and beyond before lifting any sanctions!
Once again a poll with options that are too narrow and somewhat leading. Unlike too many elections where the choice comes down to voting for the least wrong option I chose not to vote. I think there are pieces of multiple answers that could ultimately be the outcome but we’ll just have to wait and see. Has Kim proven to be unpredictable? Absolutely! Could an agreement be historic? If it works out then yes, but I personally don’t think the odds are great. Is Trump in a position of power to negotiate the reasonable resolution? I would like to think so because of the sanctions and the position of strength we have used in handling this situation so far but with Kim, who knows?
I’m just going to take a wait and see attitude but honestly none of the outcomes will surprise me. At the least I feel more confident with Trump in these negotiations than anyone else we’ve had lately to work a deal. And I’m sure he’s more than aware of who and what he’s dealing with. Unfortunately it takes two reasonable parties to make a deal…..
No comparison with WWII or WW! or even K-I or Vietnam! Stands alone as Trump is different from all, even Truman, JFK, Reagan, Bush I&II. He’s one of US and not political, only common sense. He really deserves the Nobel Prize for just getting us here to do as Harry said, “The Buck Stops Here” –The Boss makes the Deals. His promises kept despite the continual roadblocks (he’s crashed all) are “Testament” (even Biblical) to his “Force Majeure”. The result of this will ultimately be a reunification of Korea, and greater ties between old adversaries (as in the past) with, guess who, China (remember the Flying Tigers & Burma Road?), Russia, Japan, the PI, and the US which is no one’s adversary. The US began “Presidential” with our Constitution. See how many countries have adopted that paradigm? Beck is semi-wrong, Levin is semi-wrong, even Savage is semi-wrong . . .but Rush? All Right, 99.47% of the time. Watch, listen and learn how the master with the “Golden Touch” handles these situations . . .one at a time! Remember, there were lots of buggy-whip makers and wheel-wrights at one time. Now they’re all clean-room techs and software engineers. And military? “Speak softly and carry a BIG STICK” . . .or . . . sometimes stand tall and keep your hand on your sword!
I don’t think it is wise to meet with the Devil’s advocates.
I was delighted to here that Lil Rocket man requested a sit down, as the drive by media has criticized every movement President Trump has made, they criticized him for Tax cuts and they have and continue to create jobs, investments, repatriation of trillions abroad, they criticized him for getting us out of the UN Paris Accord which would have been a financial disaster in the name of The UN’s phoney Climate Change BS and we saved a fortune as a result , and when The President got ha4dcand tough and ridiculed the Lil Rocket Man they said he was basically starting WWIII ! And the result = No more rocket, missile launches and Lil Rocket Man now wants a meeting. Forget about all the drive by media and all the leftist politicians and rinos that talked of diplomacy and detente and gravitas There is only one way to deal with a junkyard dog Bully and that with Strength and conviction. President Trump reminds us Americans what it was like and how great it felt when our President stood up for all Americans wherever it may be. He makes me and many of us swell with a new pride and love for a government that is “of the people, by the people and for the people”. God Bless President Trump and God Bless the USA.
Many us over 50, will be completely surprised by the outcome of this meeting…President Trump will accomplish what former presidents dreamed of doing. But, circumstances & conditions during their service to country wouldn’t allow it… it’s all about timing and the following of Jesus. Trump is the Cyrus. Look it up.
Our great President is on the right track . N Korea would benefit greatly by toning it down and perhaps join the rest of the civilized world . There’s a small glimmer of hope and Trump knows how to use it .
The meeting venue should be in a neutral location if not the U.S…not on the adversary’s home turf. Especially given Kim Jong-un’s proclivity for eliminating his adversaries and stated objective to attack the U.S….he’s not a rational individual so it is an unquantifiable risk to both Pres Trump and U.S. interests. First rule, never negotiate with a terrorist on their terms.
President Trump should ask Lil Rocketman to sing his hit song, “Gangnam Style”.
For openers…
The NK people are starving and NK has about 6-9 months monetary reserves, after which they will be bankrupt and totally insolvent. I would not put it past KJU to cut a deal for exile (in complete luxury) somewhere, abandon his people and stick us with the bill. He’s completely vain, self-absorbed and cares only about his hide–he certainly does not care at all for his own people or human rights.
All the countries we go to War against become our trading partners.We as consumers are brain dead in this respect.
The Maine stream media is having a meltdown, just think if Trump does succeed. the Democrats and liberals would rather have Trump fail than have the world a safer place, it’s really sickening.
God bless President Trump and let’s all pray that he succeeds. And yes I pray for our country every day.
I didn’t really like the choices for the poll. I believe that Kim is only putting on a face, however, even if remote, there’s that slim possibility that perhaps he can be persuaded to give up his nuclear program, then it would be a great meeting. One can only hope that the North Korean people will rise up and de-throne this mad man. And I agree with Lynda’s remark about the Japanese of 41, be careful when holding onto the tail of a snake.
I think President Trunp better have someone to test everything he eats, drinks, or even smells. And, that he should wear gloves and make sure no one touches him anywhere. Remember what Kim Jong-un had done to his Uncle in an airport. All the woman did was touch him and he died instantly! Except for that, I think it is an amazing opportunity for the Korean people, both North and South. I simply don’t trust the North to be truthful.
I would like to have answered the poll, ‘all of the above.’
President Trump knows exactly what he is doing & why. He won’t mess around with Kim and Kim best think twice messing with Trump & the USA.
Trump is NOT puss Obama & Clinton. Wuss days are over!
Wait a minute…..this kitten dictator has been roaring like a lion with his missle program….bragging that he can reach targets as far away as the USA. Now he wants to talk disarmament. What is it that we don’t know?
Pres. Trump is very able to negotiate a deal….but he needs to be fully aware of any lack of determination on his part will be perceived as weakness.
He is not dealing with a regime who is playing with a full deck.
Stability in that region is much desired……but it isn’t going to be easy.
I think Kim Jong-un’s intentions are not honorable and he will try his best to mislead President Trump. It’s very difficult to predict what will happen when Kim’s ploys to accomplish his agendas fail. President Trump could be the best deal maker in the world. That doesn’t mean a thing to a madman like Kim jong-un. Elena Tellez has the solution for dealing with unstable, murdering psychopaths. Check out her post.
We were taught in high school that a treaty is only as good as the person who makes it. TRUST BUT VERIFY.
A meeting would be very good – I’m sure that Kim realizes the threat to his country if he chooses to push the button and he is smart enough to refrain from doing it. Donald Trump with his expertise on money issues has the ability to compromise with negative leadership and will provide a better relationship with North Korea. The Olympics came at a perfect time and has exposed to Kim the value of good leadership. Donald Trump is for the people – not only in America, but worldwide!!!