Rumors are fluttering about that North Korea will fire a missile at the United States within the coming months as a result of the sanctions from the UN. On Monday Obama commented on the issue stating that he is “fully prepared” to defend against any threats from North Korea. US Defense Secretary Robert Gates recently stated that security has been vamped up in Hawaii for the 4th of July since North Korea could potentially attack then.
The same day as Obama’s speech, North Korea stated that they are a “proud nuclear power.” The nation reiterated that if attacked, they would fight back.
In an interview with CBS Obama stated, “I don’t want to speculate on hypotheticals.” He continued, “but I do want to give assurances to the American people that the t’s are crossed and the i’s are dotted in terms of what might happen.”
Additionally the military is watching a North Korean vessel which is believed to be transporting missiles, an article banned for import or export into North Korea by the United Nations.
Do you believe that the United States is prepared to defend against North Korea? My personal opinion is that Obama is not simply blowing smoke. Rather, our military is ready. We have the best intelligence and defense program in the world. Since we are on alert that there could be an attack, I don’t believe North Korea would be foolish enough to try anything. Most of all I believe in our military leaders and their ability to protect us.
