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North Korea: Should the United States take more aggressive action to prevent North Korea from building a nuclear arsenal?
SUPPORTERS ARGUE
North Korea poses a real danger and its threats should be taken seriously. The United States should substantially increase its military presence in Asia and consider a preemptive strike against North Korea.
OPPONENTS ARGUE
North Korea does not have the ability to attack the United States, and overreaction to its empty threats may only exacerbate the situation. The United States should pursue a diplomatic solution to the North Korean problem.
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