Significance of Obama's new portrait:

1) He is seated. This is a position of power as depicted in NK propaganda photos. See those around taking orders from the seated leader.

2) The background is colorful flowers – a very similar style to other NK propaganda photos. The vivid spring colors represent patriotism and turning NK into a socialist land of bliss covered with greenery.

Takeaway:

1) The photo of Bill Clinton seated with Kim Jong-il means they were both leaders of NK back then. There are 3 people (order takers) behind each, meaning they had equal power over NK.

2) Obama's new portrait shows that he is the current leader of NK. It's "dear leader" propaganda…