The Red Cross corruption story yesterday was only the tip of the iceberg. A number of subsequent stories have since floated to the surface; in some cases, there have been been clashes between police and angry citizens. … [Read more...] about Chinese netizens continue to monitor earthquake corruption
Tianya: The most bad-ass Sichuan earthquake rescue team
The Chinese internet has been filled with literally thousands of stories of individual heroism from the recent earthquake... from victims, to PLA soldiers, to doctors, to volunteers, there are far too many for us to count or translate. But this story in particular got the attention of many Chinese. It's about a small group of poor Chinese peasants who drove across all of … [Read more...] about Tianya: The most bad-ass Sichuan earthquake rescue team
Quiz: What kind of Chinese are you?
Take the little quiz below, and find out what kind of Chinese you are (politically). The questions and answers give great insight into the common points of conflict that divide the "left" and the "right" amongst Chinese. … [Read more...] about Quiz: What kind of Chinese are you?
Red Cross in the Crosshairs
For the many Chinese critical of their government, their number one concern isn't "human rights" or "freedom of expression"... instead, it's corruption pervasive throughout Chinese society. In the aftermath of the earthquake, this issue is again on prominent display. The Chinese Red Cross is playing a critical role in managing relief donations for victims of the earthquake. … [Read more...] about Red Cross in the Crosshairs
"Shift from feudalism no easy leap"
Insightful editorial from the Sydney Morning Herald, discussing the issue of Tibet, China, and the Olympics. The recent demonstrations in support of Tibetan independence have been a carefully co-ordinated boutique public relations operation rather than an outbreak of mass demonstrations. Video records of demonstrations in Tibet show an ugly, racist side to the unrest as ethnic … [Read more...] about "Shift from feudalism no easy leap"