[elpadre]

That thought recalled that when President Bush was trying to get a six nation effort to sit down with the NK, Hilary and the Democrats were raising Cain because he would not sit down one-on-one like the Clintons did so unsuccessfully.

Although not recognized by our left and accused of not doing so, Bush usually tried to establish partnerships.

[Broker]

Japan is a good partner. Their defense forces have bought our products for 50 years. Let them take the shot. It will keep us out of the press. Good dipolomacy in an era of growing anarchy.