White House Denounces Dennis Rodman’s Trip To North Korea -- Washington Post
White House press secretary Jay Carney on Monday denounced Dennis Rodman’s trip to North Korea, calling the former NBA player’s appearance a publicity stunt by the Hermit Kingdom’s oppressive regime.
“Instead of spending money on celebrity sporting events to entertain the elites of that country, the North Korean regime should focus on the well-being of its own people, who have been starved, imprisoned and denied their human rights,” Carney said.
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Update #1: Official Washington brushes off Rodman visit to North Korea -- CNN
Update #2: White House no fan of Rodman's North Korea visit -- NBC
My Comment: Michael Hirsh has a good commentary on this story.
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