In my view, Reform and Opening Up began with the abandonment of the ‘using class struggle as guiding principle’ government policy of the Mao era and, in its place, a commitment to economic development and social harmony. Liu Xiaobo Read Quote
My searing desire to atone for having survived helps me resist the temptations to join the world of lies. Liu Xiaobo Read Quote
There is no force that can put an end to the human quest for freedom, and China will, in the end, become a nation ruled by law, where human rights reign supreme. Liu Xiaobo Read Quote
Ultimately, change will happen when problems persist and enough people are concerned. Liu Xiaobo Read Quote
If there has been any progress in the Chinese society and politics over the last 20 years, it is all because the citizens have been pushing for change. Liu Xiaobo Read Quote
I have viewed the West as if it were not only the salvation of China but also the natural and ultimate destination of all humanity. Liu Xiaobo Read Quote
China, as a major nation of the world, as one of five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council, and as a member of the U.N. Council on Human Rights, should be contributing to peace for humankind and progress toward human rights. Liu Xiaobo Read Quote
In China the underworld and officialdom have interpenetrated and become one. Criminal elements have become officialized as officials have become criminalized. Liu Xiaobo Read Quote
For those of us in the opposition movement under dictatorships, part of our job is confronting police and spending time in prison. So, a dissident not only needs to learn how to oppose oppression but also how to face the crackdowns and time in prison. Liu Xiaobo Read Quote
