I can't blame the Tibetans for grabbing the limelight in order to raise awareness of China's brutal occupation of their native country. It just doesn't look good when you see Chinese soldiers beating up unarmed Buddhist monks. I know which side I would support. But on the other hand China has been awarded the Olympic Games and they are very keen to show themselves in a modern and advanced light. It feels a bit like a party being spoilt by the protestors who follow the torch around the world and cause chaos.
They are right to stand up for what they believe in and perhaps it is a good thing that China now has to deal with their dirty laundry being aired in public. Capitalism within a communist dictatorship is one thing but how about looking into freedom and democracy while you're at it?
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