4 Quotes by Daniel Pinkston

There are incentives for any state to exaggerate an external threat. If people feel insecure and have fear, they want to be protected. Even if you're living under wretched conditions, you think it is better than the alternative.

With solid fuel, the missiles can be launched more quickly. The surprise element increases and they are much more difficult to defend against.

If the North Koreans really wanted to send a signal, why not do a ballistic missile test?

I don't see them budging on this peaceful use issue. It was clever on their part.