“We have insisted that (North Korea) cease its long-range missile development, production and export program, ... We are at a critical juncture in our relations with Pyongyang. The choice is for the North to behave in a way that allows for a positive direction in our relations.”
Madeleine Albright
“Indications are that North Korea launched two short-range missiles. We have consistently pointed out that North Korea's missile program is a concern that poses a threat to the region and the larger international community.”
Scott McClellan
“cease long-range missile development, production and its export program.”
“It appears that there was a test of a short-range missile by the North Koreans, and it landed in the Sea of Japan.”
Andrew Card
“As we have continued to point out, North Korea's missile program and activities are a threat not only to the region, but the international community at large.”
Sean McCormack
“Do you, Ambassador Zorin, deny that the USSR has placed and is placing medium - and intermediate - range missiles and sites in Cuba? Yes or no? Don't wait for the translation. Yes or no?”
Adlai E. Stevenson
“If the North Koreans really wanted to send a signal, why not do a ballistic missile test?”
Daniel Pinkston