In China, a generation finds its voice

Craig Grissom, Maryville,Tennessee — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 13:23:10 GMT

Excellent article. It gives me hope that those kids, who are about the same age as my kids, will have opportunities to grow in ways that their parents only dreamed of and in some cases died for.

In China, a generation finds its voice

Stephenie Meek, Cedar Rapids, Iowa — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 13:31:14 GMT

I have to say that before the openness of the Chinese people I had no interst in the people culture or the socialism. However tuning into the Olympic games, observing the way China has embraced all of us in such a welcoming manner has made me want to know more. I am very intersted in history and China has an abundance of that. I look forward to more media excursions as well as a somedat trip to visit and talk to the people. Fascinating! I had no idea there was so much to offer...cool!!! Thanks for the coverage in China, NBC!! GO USA!!!

In China, a generation finds its voice

Roland Catellier, florida usa and chengdu china — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 13:35:39 GMT

Great story, this is the generation that my foundation
Disaster Relief Shelters Foundation ,inc a non profit copr from florida usa will recrute from. the foundation was create in response to the fact that 5 million people were homeless because of earthquake. Our goal is to set up a production plant to prefab shelter that is perminent useing structural insulated panels [sips] this type of construction is fast to construct and emergy efficent . At present the foundation and the leaders of maoist county are in discusions to build prefabricate dormitories for schools in that county in multiple villages. I see this generation of chinese youth playing a large part to make this project succesful. Do you any email addreses for the people you interviewed for this article, they are the people i need to staff my project.

In China, a generation finds its voice

sarah — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 14:19:15 GMT

"The Chinese government has a deeply engrained suspicion of non-government organizations" anyone with the right mind will have those kind of suspicion. Most of the western media like to TROLL about China. As long as China flies a communist flag, the west will NEVER stop their smear.

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Denver — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 15:34:09 GMT

Thanks for the insight. I had no idea about the Ba-Ling-Hou. It reminds me of the generational split that occurred in the US during the Viet Nam war when the baby boomers woke up and came of age. Our elders too believed us to be spoiled and self centered.

In China, a generation finds its voice

Patricia — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 15:34:27 GMT

I need a table for my new resturant Raphael. Tell me where to place it. .......OH, down to bed rock, the stratification is showing its tilt. A young rock lay before a magnetic change. A new well John...please. If "they" will not go create a new crew. a communications building with a national guard. The little will have its pear.James 2:4

In China, a generation finds its voice

Matthew Meador, Portland, Oregon — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 19:09:06 GMT

This piece gives one a sense of hope that freedom will prevail in China.

In many countries, youth culture is derided as self-centered and lazy. But when a tragedy of this magnitude affects so many, youth are the faces at the forefront of efforts to assist. This is a great testament to hope for the future of not only China, but also the rest of the planet.

In China, a generation finds its voice

Ted Maloney — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 19:49:01 GMT

I would like to get in touch with NGOs that are working in the Sichuan quake area, as I plan to visit there during late August or early September to explore building a partnership of foreign volunteers to help in rebuilding efforts. Please contact me if you are with an NGO or have names of those working in the area. --Ted Maloney, ted.maloney@hotmail.com

In China, a generation finds its voice

SHARON WALKER, FOLSOM, CA — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 22:36:09 GMT

Dear Friends:
It is so good to see the inspiration of a youth. The future is nigh! Also young girls need honesty and respect and inspiration. China the little girl who really sang in the Olympics deserves her recognition.
She may become an Opera singer someday. Both little girls are beutiful and need to know their acheivement and talents are worthy and as good in the arts and others aspects as the Olympicians.
There are woman in India who are setting themselves on fire for treatment of the spouse and family members and in Alphganastan. My heart goes out to each and every one of them. For these people travel throughout the world and so too does the copy cat! Central and South America you also.

Have all of you in all nations not heard of the story of the Ugly duckling! The little duck looks not so pretty compared to the others. Yet there playing so naturally. The little duck turns into a SWAN.

Teach love and trust to your children. For many of these that have commited or tried to commit suicide by kerocine and fire are little girls sold for wives who are beautiful. Jeolosy in the Arab nations!
God hear our pray! I speak out with respect and pride for the acheivements of this little boy and others like him. Yes your family men need to be proud and strong. You family need too collectively!
A Change in CHINA FOR EVER MAY MAKE YOU HAVE A STATEMENT STRONGER THAN ALL OTHERS. THE CHILD WHO SANG WAS AND IS BEAUTIFUL! WHY SHOULD SHE HIDE BURIED IN THE BIRD NEST! Send to a friend, school or neighbor! I hope China citzens get this and the little girls and the parents. And little boys!

In China, a generation finds its voice

Bernie Chong — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 23:46:50 GMT

The Chinese government should not rebuild on/in around the earth quake zone(s). The displaced people by the earth quake should be settled/distributed to other parts of China based on needs(employment, growth potential(tourisum, growing of food,forest/plants regeneration to prevent soil erosion/degradation, etc.).
Good luck to China.

In China, a generation finds its voice

lemoncritic — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 05:52:46 GMT

Bravo, to the new generation of China.

In China, a generation finds its voice

khalid,denton,united states — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 15:52:12 GMT

bravo,this article is the best i also have a little radio to see whats going on becaus were going to china to see the world.so an earthquake in china i think i could handle it and i really will not like babys.

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Wanda,Dallas, Texas — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 18:06:40 GMT

If they covered up the little girl who really sang, what else are they covering up? Hopefully the youth will step up and bring dignity to their county for all mankind.

In China, a generation finds its voice

Caryol, Liberty Lake, WA — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 19:41:40 GMT

I have been very lucky to have spent time in China adopting my favorite grandchild and working with suppliers. It gave me a new view on life. The USA is unique because everyone is from a different country. I would live in China if the opportunity is there. The young people will take care of us.

In China, a generation finds its voice

P H Miranda CA. — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 20:27:34 GMT

Thanks to your help to the earthquaks relief works in Sichuan, China.
China now has tremendous wealth and lots of fat cats now a days; I do hope they would be benevolent and generous to help thier own brothers and sisters, those who are in trouble water now.

In China, a generation finds its voice

Leo, Salem, Oregon — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 21:31:18 GMT

Great Story; China Should be commended for the wonderful way they are putting on the Olympics. We are so quick to condemn them on there 3,000 years of civil rights issues. We should be just as quick to thank them for the beautiful Olympic venue they have put forth. Old ways and habits are hard to break, but it looks like they may be trying, and for that I applaud them.

In China, a generation finds its voice

Lyle Krause — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 23:26:34 GMT

Is there no common wisdom left in the world? Tragically it seems that all we have now to rely on for salvation of human co-existance is the OPINIONS of radicals and fanatics. Have any of you read the Analects or are aware of the "four books"? Have any of you asked the appropriate questions "what do you think? How can I help?" When we impose our opinions into other peoples traditions and culture we ought to have some very profound, factual insight beforehand, don't you THINK?

In China, a generation finds its voice

hong shen, changsha — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 02:37:50 GMT

i love china,it is my motherland,she suffered so much,but now she is more and more stronger.i hope every one in the world can bless her.

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Elijah — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 03:29:16 GMT

As the world grows smaller and our youth see what we have wrought thru out the decades of war and hate. They I hope will be able to save mankind and all we hold dear .Because FREEDOME and the choice to strive for betteer things for our children is offen overlooked in the free world because we've had it for so many generations .Go Ba-Ling-Hou lead your nation to openess and freedom and Glory.Because we are all Gods children no matter what colar or creed.

In China, a generation finds its voice

Pearl, Roseburg OR — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 04:42:38 GMT

Great article! It is wonderful to see the youth stepping up to the plate to help the children of the quake. I think this is the generation that will bring true freedom to China and have a huge impact for good on the rest of the world. Vladimir Putin once said about Russia that democracy cannot be forced on a nation, but must come about by enough citizens wanting change. I think the same is also true about China. It is good to see all the changes that are happening already.

In China, a generation finds its voice

charles bertrand — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 05:21:29 GMT

having done58 trips into haiti,peru,mexico,honduras sometimes with young adults I have learned to appreciate their energy and have been delighted to direct their voluntary activities.

In China, a generation finds its voice

Tim, NY/FL — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 14:47:43 GMT

Excellent article and very inspiring to see the generosity and open-ness of the human spirit, regardless of politics or borders. The Western media these days loves to either exoticize or demonize China simply because it's fashionable or to spread thinly veiled Yellow Peril fearmongering; either way, it makes the Chinese people seem somewhat less than human. Articles like these gives a human face and voice to the real people of China, those who are caring and kind to their fellow man. To all the neocon pundits and Sharon Stones and Whoopi Goldbergs out there; can you look at these children, victims of tragic natural disasters, and tell us that the earthquakes are "karma" for what the Chinese government has done in Tibet (neither of which has to do with the other, by the way)?

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Geoff, Chicago, IL — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 14:25:54 GMT

These articles and their responses about China: one day good, one day bad, and the responses of the readers (now including myself I admit), remind me of so many breadcrumbs thrown into a tank of googley-eyed goldfish.

In China, a generation finds its voice

Han, Jena, Germany — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 13:41:05 GMT

It's good to see that the media in writing about China with less prejudice. After all, the people of China are happy about their current life and the way their government is handling the country. Of course they could use a bit more freedom and democracy, but thousands of years of history has proved that it is impossible to replace government in China without a civil war. Since none of the Chinese would like to have a civil war, they would rather to hope that their government can improving the way of handling the country. In the past 30 years, the people in China did see a lot of improvement in their government, so they are happy about it. It's just that simple. I think the Olympic game provided a great way to wake up the western media about these facts. After all, creating conflicts between two biggest nations in the world may be a good way to make money for the media in a short term, but it is definitely a very bad idea for the world.

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Wayne Oliver, Kingston — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 16:17:42 GMT

Usain Bolt is a true champion, its sad however how the critics are trying to take away from his hard work & victory with all the negative comments just because he's a Jamaican.