Tsinghua University is one of the most prominent universities in China. Current President Hu Jintao and former premier Zhu Rongji are both Tsinghua alumni. So it’s naturally intriguing to know what current Tsinghua students are like, since they are probably China’s future leaders. Daniel Bell, a Professor of Political Philosophy and Ethics at Tsinghua University in Beijing, … [Read more...] about A Canadian professor and his Tsinghua students
"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"
Internet Mob Rides Again – Liaoning Bitch-Girl
Zhang Ya (张雅) (UPDATE: New name, see more below) has become the latest target of the Internet lynch mob. She is a 21 year old girl from Liaoning, and probably receiving far more hostility than even Grace Wang. Here is her crime: … [Read more...] about Internet Mob Rides Again – Liaoning Bitch-Girl
More on Tibet and Wang Lixiong – Another reader's questions
One of our readers, JL wrote this in an earlier thread: So Tibet is very similar to the European colonies. Researching this is my day job so I can provide you more references if you want. And I’m disappointed that you would deny it because you think “its dangerous” to do so. I thought you were interested objective reality? My point here is not that Tibet should be independent, … [Read more...] about More on Tibet and Wang Lixiong – Another reader's questions
Chinese voices – Those who love America
Some Chinese have spoken of their disillusionment after watching Western press coverage after recent Tibet riots, and others have spoken of how their opinions changed after they have actually *lived* in the United States... but even so, many Chinese have a deep love affair with all things American. For many, the United States government can do no wrong (while the Chinese … [Read more...] about Chinese voices – Those who love America