Interesting perspective from American University Professor Emilio Viano on CCTV America, explaining Colorado shooting violence has something to do with America being an aggressive culture. Tough call in my personal opinion in linkage to the Colorado shooting, but I do agree with Dr. Viano's observation that America has a propensity to use violence in tackling problems. When … [Read more...] about Aggressive Culture?
Don’t have a gaokao
Recently, Chinese high school students have completed their gaokao exam. Scores have been made available and students now know their prospects for college. There's been a series of articles in the NYTs, Atlantic and other large mainstream American news sources talking about the gaokao. Let's examine some of these these articles. … [Read more...] about Don’t have a gaokao
My Reflections on Shanghai
I have now spent a week in Shanghai roaming around and mingling with friends, relatives, and locals. Lately, I have asked myself what were the most revealing this past week. Looking at Luzhiazui’s seemingly endless number of artfully designed skyscrapers and noticing a sea of stylishly dressed Chinese pouring through Shanghai’s modern subway system, I can honestly say … [Read more...] about My Reflections on Shanghai
Aspen Ideas Festival Debate between Eric X Li and Minxin Pei on “China and Democracy” (Video)
Aspen Institute has just released the debate between Eric X Li and Minxin Pei, moderated by James Fallows. See my earlier reaction to JJ Gould's take (who was in the audience), when this video was still not yet available. Now that I have watched it, I think it is clear that Li trounced Minxin Pei. (JJ Gould clearly ignored many great points Li made; a reminder we should be … [Read more...] about Aspen Ideas Festival Debate between Eric X Li and Minxin Pei on “China and Democracy” (Video)
Shanghai Food Heaven
I love Chinese food! Today's meal will be hard to top anywhere else in Shanghai. Next to the Marriott Hotel near 人民广场 (People's Square) is a new mall about to open. However, the restaurant itself, on the 4th floor, is already open for business. I forgot to write down it's name. The food was spectacular. Their pictures below. … [Read more...] about Shanghai Food Heaven