Over the past year, I've been concerned about NY Times reports about critics of the Chinese government being jailed before the Olympics. Turned out my fears were ridiculous. From the China Daily today:
Accusations labeled by some overseas organizations and people that China has arrested "dissidents" to ensure the safety and security of the Olympic Games are "groundless" a spokesman said yesterday....The accusations (or arrests of "dissidents") are "untrue and groundless," he said. China is committed to protecting human rights and some basic freedoms, including freedom of speech. The rights and freedom enjoyed by the Chinese people in accordance with the law are fully protected, and unbiased people recognize that fact.
Phew, for a minute there....Bloggers on the NY Times website say they've been restricted access to sites. Another untruth, according to the article.
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Hey Tasche,
This is fantastic stuff to read and I love the pictures.
U.Ben
Yeah great stuff, honey! The cats enjoy the blog too, and are thankful they don't live on Pets-For-Sale Boulevard.
You know, it's all a conspiracy against them!
But seriously, I'm working on China olympics stuff at Amnesty and came across this awesomely produced vid on YouTube:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=2DEExBo2Bdw
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