Orwell in Tibet

China has designated March 28 “Serf Liberation Day” in Tibet to mark the “light” and “affluence” they’ve brought to the benighted masses since invaded the Himalayan highlands in the 1950s. They’re not fooling anyone, says USA Today in an editorial today. “Tibetans and most of the rest of the world know better: that a Chinese […]

China has designated March 28 “Serf Liberation Day” in Tibet to mark the “light” and “affluence” they’ve brought to the benighted masses since invaded the Himalayan highlands in the 1950s.

They’re not fooling anyone, says USA Today in an editorial today.

“Tibetans and most of the rest of the world know better: that a Chinese invasion forced the Dalai Lama, Tibetans’ spiritual leader, to flee with thousands of followers. He is a Gandhi-like icon, publicizing Tibetans’ plight and seeking autonomy through peaceful means.


The Chinese can physically crush Tibetan protests this weekend. They will have more trouble imposing their Big Brother narrative.”

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