Here are two stories of neglect and abuse, both involving children: China: six year old locked in chick coop for a year US: three children locked motel bathroom for a year Thou oceans apart, both are tragic, inexcusable, and similar in terms of public reaction, sympathy for the victims, and reflection on each’s values. … [Read more...] about (Letter) China-America story compare
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“China feels very turbulent” – Part 2
I have enjoyed my few days so far in Beijing, all the feeling of a hexie society. However, that is only the superficial view of one man. According to this Tianya post (连接) from a mainland Chinese also overseas, the under-currents are not always so smooth. Many of those on TIanya, feeling their own discontent with society, applaud this post as being critical but balanced. … [Read more...] about “China feels very turbulent” – Part 2
"China feels very turbulent" – Part 1
I have enjoyed my few days so far in Beijing, all the feeling of a hexie society. However, that is only the superficial view of one man. According to this Tianya post (连接) from a mainland Chinese also overseas, the under-currents are not always so smooth. Many of those on TIanya, feeling their own discontent with society, applaud this post as being critical but balanced. … [Read more...] about "China feels very turbulent" – Part 1