The leaders of North and South Korea signed a number of agreements aimed at easing tensions on the peninsula. What's included and missing from the accords? Should the United States be willing to negotiate further?

Key Takeaways From the U.S. and North Korea Summit

President Donald Trump and Kim Jong-un signed a joint statement after their historic meeting. Can we expect any real changes and what's next?

Trump's Recent Victories - Are They True Wins?

President Trump has left the Iran Nuclear Deal. China is amenable to working on the United States' trade deficit and North Korea just released three hostages. Are these legitimate wins for America?

Can the Koreas Achieve Lasting Peace?

The leaders of North & South Korea meant on Friday to discuss peace. Will this historic moment lead to peace and what role will the United States play?

The State of UsJustin T WellerApril 28, 2018politics, North Korea, south korea, Trump, Presidents, kim, jong-un, Foreign RelationsComment

Should Trump Have Agreed to Meet With North Korea?

President Trump told South Korean diplomats he would meet with North Korea's supreme leader. Should he have agreed to meet so quickly and what will the consequences be?

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Should We Trust US Intelligence - Education is Changing

Could there be a limited nuclear option? US intelligence agencies failed to predict North Korean nuclear missile strides. Higher education is changing, but is it what you would expect?

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2017 World in Review

As 2017 comes to a close, Justin and Lance examine the important world events that have transpired. What do Americans need to focus more on in 2018?

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The State of UsJustin T WellerDecember 27, 2017world, politics, review, North Korea, China, Germany, UK, england, newsComment

Why the Media Ignored Myanmar - Japan's Military Debate

After weeks of what some are calling "ethnic cleansing," why is the media just now covering this story? Japan is debating the practicality of its "defense only" military.

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The State of UsJustin T WellerSeptember 16, 2017Polititcs, myanmar, media, Mainstream Media, News, japan, North Korea, Military, Militarization, millenials, baby boomersComment

Nuclear Arms Increase - North Korea Fires Again

President Donald Trump approves new cruise missiles that are more accurate and efficient but could make the decision to nuke easier. North Korea fires over Japan.

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Trump's Gamble with China on Trade

Should President Trump use trade as a bargaining chip to get China’s cooperation on North Korea? Does this set a precedent or do drastic times call for new methods? Justin and Cam discuss new angles on the issue of North Korea.

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North Korea Situation Escalates

With a very strong statement from U.S. president, Donald J. Trump and responses against Guam from North Korea brings The State of Us back to the topic.

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The State of UsJustin T WellerAugust 10, 2017North Korea, U.S., Donald Trump, Guam, Nuclear WeaponsComment

Trump's Turbulent Times: Priebus, North Korea & Healthcare Flops

How will Trump’s new Chief of Staff impact the White House? North Korea can strike LA with an ICBM. What should the administration do? Three strikes on the GOP’s health care plan this week signal more turbulence ahead.

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Tough Words for North Korea - Are They Just Words?

The North Korea debate continues. Has anything changed now that they have successfully launched and ICBM? How should the United States respond? The State of Us revisits North Korea and faces some harsh realities.

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The State of UsCamden PierceJuly 6, 2017North Korea, ICBM, Nukes, Realities, International, PolicyComment

What Will Happen With Trump, China, and North Korea

After a talk between President Trump and President Xi Jinping, China made moves such as stopping a coal shipment and taking a public stance against North Korea's recent actions. How will North Korea respond?

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The State of UsJustin T WellerApril 13, 2017TrueChat, Xi, Xi Jiangping, China, Donald Trump, North Korea, Syrian Conflict, Nuclear, Nuclear WeaponComment

Donald Trump Breaks Israel-Palestine Precedent

Trump gets a break from internal affairs and he takes it to meet with Benjamin Netanyahu. President Trump stated that he would be willing to look at the deal from all angles, reopening dialogue for a One-State solution. Will this tactic work for Trump and should the US look to change their conflict resolution strategy?

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