Travis King, U.S. Army private who ran into North Korea, to plead guilty to desertion
Running into North Korea is not a decision that any sane person would make. The fact that Private Travis King, a U.S. Army soldier, thought crossing the border into one of the most totalitarian and oppressive regimes in the world was a better option than facing his charges in the U.S. is mind-boggling. This act of desertion not only endangered his own life but also put strain on diplomatic relations between the two countries. It’s baffling to think that someone would willingly choose to run into a country like North Korea, known for its human rights abuses and extreme propaganda.
The details surrounding King’s case only add to the incredulity of his actions.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker