Let me ask you a question says clueless president

I heard this exchange on NPR, then saw it on "Countdown." Suzanne Malveaux is the one questioning Bush.

QUESTION: But it was four years ago that you labeled North Korea a member of the axis of evil. And since then, it's increased its nuclear arsenal, it's abandoned six-party talks, and now these missile launches.

BUSH: Let me ask you a question -- it's increased -- that's an interesting statement.

North Korea has increased its nuclear arsenal. Can you verify that?

QUESTION: Well, intelligence sources say. If you'd like to dispute that, that's fine.

(LAUGHTER)

BUSH: No, I'm not going to dispute. I'm just curious as to (inaudible).

QUESTION: Our intelligence sources say that it's increased the number -- its nuclear capabilities.

BUSH: Let me put it this way: They guy is dangerous. The guy's got potential danger.

QUESTION: It's increased its nuclear capabilities. It's abandoned six-party talks. And it's launched these missiles.

BUSH: Yes.

QUESTION: Why shouldn't Americans see the U.S. policy regarding North Korea as a failed one?

BUSH: Because it takes time to get things done