In a previous piece for NK News I wrote about common biases and flaws in North Korean studies. The piece proved to be quite popular and I'd like to share some thoughts on a closely related subject: flaws in methods used by various analysts and commentators who focus on North Korea.
Many people connected to North Korean studies are often asked to give commentary on recent events. Sometimes, the analysis they provide is fascinating. More often than not, however, it is the opposite. Here are a few of the flawed methodologies I've noticed are common.
In a previous piece for NK News I wrote about common biases and flaws in North Korean studies. The piece proved to be quite popular and I'd like to share some thoughts on a closely related subject: flaws in methods used by various analysts and commentators who focus on North Korea.
Many people connected to North Korean studies are often asked to give commentary on recent events. Sometimes, the analysis they provide is fascinating. More often than not, however, it is the opposite. Here are a few of the flawed methodologies I've noticed are common.
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