The Week contest — Rodman's role

What's a more important role that Dennis Rodman could play in North Korea?

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Last week's question: Eccentric former NBA star Dennis Rodman has caused controversy by becoming the "best friend" and apologist for North Korea’s murderous dictator, Kim Jong Un. Since Rodman seems interested in doing something important, please come up with a more appropriate role for him to play.

RESULTS:

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