With June 4th right around the corner, the Western press will likely try to milk it, though each year with decreasing column space. In anticipation of that, we remind our readers the narrative perpetrated in the West is not the truth. 龙信明 draws from public materials and shows us what the real truth is, in English, "Let’s Talk About Tiananmen Square, 1989," and in Chinese, … [Read more...] about On June 4th, Reactions to “What’s wrong with China?” and other bits
James Fallows
China modernizes, “Democracy” faith wavers
I am now anxious to watch the debate between Eric X Li and Minxin Pei at the recent Aspen Ideas Festival, where the topic was "China and Democracy." Once the video is available, I'll post. The debate was moderated by The Atlantics' James Fallows, who actually admits himself here biased. So, perhaps the debate was 1 vs 1 where Pei having gotten a partial referee on his side. … [Read more...] about China modernizes, “Democracy” faith wavers
James Fallows’ “China Airborn” completely misses the point on “China intranet”
Apparently, James Fallows' latest book, "China Airborn" has argued the reason the Internet in China is 'slow' is due to censorship. Due to censorship, Fallows argued, China would never be innovative enough and hence won't be able to produce her own companies like Apple. In this article, he capitulates to his readers who contend that the Internet within China is actually fast. … [Read more...] about James Fallows’ “China Airborn” completely misses the point on “China intranet”
Fallows: defensive, gets feelings hurt
I really don't know how anyone can defend James Fallows. Ever since I had this exchange with him, I knew the guy to be a scoundrel (what better evidence does one need?) but some people still insist on defending him. Fallows is cut from the same rotting wood as most western "journalists." He had another, shall we say, episode recently when he displayed righteous indignation … [Read more...] about Fallows: defensive, gets feelings hurt
Lacking insight in James Fallows’ piece, “What Is the Chinese Dream?”
James Fallows is one of the most accomplished journalists in the West. His talents were demonstrated very early on in his career, being former U.S. President Jimmy Carter's chief speechwriter; the youngest person to ever hold such a job. Personally, I admire his understanding of the Western media. For example, his take on the "new media" is totally excellent. However, Fallows … [Read more...] about Lacking insight in James Fallows’ piece, “What Is the Chinese Dream?”