Bush's reaction was unfortunate. I think both sides have now dug in their heels. I think consultation and communication is where we need to go now, and lowering the political rhetoric. |
But the other thing is the question are you willing to take the first punch, and how big a punch would that be ...? Could it be an explosion of a nuclear or dirty bomb or the use of chemical or biological weapons, and are you willing to live with that. That is the challenge for policy makers and it is no small challenge. |
Chinese policies are endangering U.S. goals by supporting African dictatorships, hindering economic development, and exacerbating conflicts and human rights abuses in troubled countries such as Sudan and Zimbabwe. |
I don't think we should turn a blind eye to these important issues just because we are dealing with the nuclear issue. |
There are some ... programs that are so sensitive that distribution of information should be very limited. It's vital to our national security. But I also believe there should be some oversight. |