Peaceful Olympic protest will help the Tibetan cause more than violence

Generally, I agree with Craig. Uforunately, not only the violent protesters are making troubles, but also some of the countries are promoting these violence. Another thing is the media, who is also taking an important role in promoting this environment.

"Tiananmen Square. That's how you make a statement. No histrionics, no bloodshed, just a lone man saying enough is enough" 1000 protestors were murdered at Tiananmen Square according to Amnesty International. And what has changed? The Chinese government continues to oppress and silence any voices of protest or descent. The Tiananmen Square protests achieved... nothing. Can the present day protests be called violence? A few people trying to grab the flame, is that really what passes for a 'violent protest' nowadays? Nonsense. As for "protest against the wrongdoings in tibet if you wish, but stop attacking the olympics", where would you have them protest Craig? China? Tibet? Because demonstrations there inevitably seem to end up with chinese soldiers repeatedly smashing their jackboots into protesters faces, before the executions start, of course. The olympics are the ONLY place tibet is going to have a chance to show the world the atrocities which still occur until this day. As for sport and politics remaining separate, i think athletics is really a glorious irrelevance in the face of appalling human rights violations. Craig you have some serious thinking to do about your romanticised views of 'silent' protest.

Unlike in Tiananmen Sq., the average Chinese people are supporting the govt. on this issue. Before you pass such strong opinion like "shameful", educate yourself about the history of Tibet first, and what really happened during the riots. Eyewitnesses Recount Terrifying Day in Tibet http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/ar ticle/2008/03/26/AR2008032603275.html It's insulting to mention an ex-slave owner who were on CIA payroll (well-documented by newly declassified papers) with the likes of MLK, Mendela in the same breath. And yes, there IS an enduring and powerful image coming out from the relay as well, that of a wheelchair-bound young woman protecting the torch from a burly mobster in Paris!

not Gandhi that I meant. And do not "brainwashed" me, I haven't lived a day under the commies.

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Tibet is a historical region of central Asia between the Himalaya and Kunlun mountains. A center of Lamaist Buddhism, Tibet first flourished as an independent kingdom in the seventh century. It fell under Mongol influence from the 13th to the 18th century and later came under Chinese control (1720). Dalai Lama was the traditional governmental ruler and highest priest of the Lamaist religion in Tibet，he was not only the dictator but also the largest slave owner. In 1959, he refused democracy reform and escaped to India. After that, Chinese government freed all the slaves in Tibet. So, you can understand why Dalai Lama and previous slave owners hate China government and lie to western courntries for continuing reap without sowing. You are welcomed to Tibet to find out the truth by yourself. During Dalai's ruling time, riding horse was the only way to visit Tibet, but now, Chinese had built alot highways for travel. You can also go to Lhasa (the capital) by air, but the weather of plateau is changing quickly, the flight may delay or be cancelled frequently. Railway is another good choice, which is built last year as the highest altitude railway in the world, very good for sight seeing, So good that you may need to order ticket weeks before. Well, before you go, pay attention to altitude anoxia, it could be dangerous to some one. Wish you good luck!