I chose to read the article, “North Korea Launches Rocket Seen as Cover for a Missile Test.” The article stated how North Korea launched a rocket despite sanctions and condemnations from the United States and allies, and is accused of using the launch and its space program as a cover-up for developing ballistic missiles and long-range intercontinental abilities. This article drew my attention because any threat or progression towards nuclear weapons to use against the United States is obviously worrisome to me. Reading this article was really upsetting because I thought of how easily things could escalate and how devastating that could be when dealing with potential nuclear weapons. It is also upsetting because it made me think of troops being deployed during times of war. My dad served in the military for 23 years so I understand how difficult it is on families to be separated during deployments.

It is not hard for me to think of ways this might impact my future. Legislators and military officials have considered and suggested recently that women should also be required to register for the draft. While I do not truly believe it would escalate that far, it is still a scary thing to think about. That would affect my whole future and all the plans I had laid out. I am anxious to hear about what, if any, further actions the United States and its allies will take to prevent or at least deter North Korea from using the nuclear weapons they are believed to have.