Merry
2008-08-07 08:23:14
yup, I’m with dougf and the, erm, “leftist troll” on this one – maybe it’s because I’ve lived in China and have seen for myself how useless stereotypes are for describing that country. There’s a lot that’s good and bad about it, and more than anything, it is complicated.
Personally, I’m hoping, for the sake of the Chinese people and the future of Chinese engagement with the world and cooperation with the US, that it is a rip-roaring success. I plan on watching the opening and closing ceremonies and a few key events (c’mon, China is playing Taiwan in baseball! It’s a whole new take on cross-straits competition!). But above all, I hope that everyone stays safe and has a great time.
