Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Mike, Dayton Ohio — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 16:51:33 GMT

The people speak!
It is very encouraging to see that the Chinese, Iranian, American, and other people are pretty much on the same page with one another. In spite of all the B.S. of our governments, including the U.S., including the Obama administration, the people do think, and do communicate with one another. Yes indeed, it is great being a world citizen!!!

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Stephanie, Rapid City SD — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 19:21:37 GMT

Here here, Mike. There's so much hate in this world, but how much of it is really between the world's people? How much of it is the citizens, and how much is the citizens' governments? I think the protests in Iran and China are proving that the latter is more to blame. Governments rattle their sabres so they don't lose face with the rest of the world, but in doing so they cast a black mark on the people they are supposed to be in charge of, whose well-being they are responsible for and claim they care about. Here's to Twitter, Flickr, YouTube, Facebook and every other site that lets the people of the world truly unite and learn about one another, without their governments' filters. Now if we could just get North Korea on board, we might actually have the potential for world peace...

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

t, montg, AL — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 20:12:39 GMT

I'm starting to realize that it's not the countries that don't get along, it is the governments.

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Laura Kamrath, Houston, TX — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 21:07:42 GMT

Increased access to internet and web-based communication is leading to an increased sense of globalization...
For governments, ignorance of the citizen is bliss...and they will continue to push censorship as a form of oppression, to maintain power. But for citizens, knowledge is power, and the more the citizens are able to gain access to forbidden information, the less power of oppression the government will have over them...I hope. I don't think we'll ever have world peace - it's not in human nature. But I think that access to information can improve the lives of many people by allowing them to band together for their common good.

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Paul R Wilson Bergenfield NJ — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 21:10:43 GMT

I had always been suspicious of Chinese government and its draconian treatment of its people. The period of democracy -if that- after the fall of the divine emperorship was all too brief. It's time the USA took over China.
It's also time for BOTH dictatorships in Korea to be overthrown and for the USA to take over...

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

ineedmychange, California — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 21:18:52 GMT

Is this stuff on computers we buy here???
No kidding the government makes the rules as to what country you even get to visit. Our government is no different We always hear about what country doesn't allow their citizens to travel to other specific countries But we have restrictions placed on us as well. I love the net We can communicate with anyone we want to around the world and gather information beyond CNN, MSN, Fox etc. 60 second bleeps and biased opinions that are presented as facts.

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Jim Boldman, Kewanee, IL. — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 21:31:34 GMT

Maybe cause I'm nearly sixty and traveled exstensively throughout the world, but I've always said it's not the people who hate people, i't the government and their propaganda that causes peop;e to hate people

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Brian, West Covina, CA — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 21:39:24 GMT

It's always amusing to see China's futile attemp to create this so call "Great Firewall". I can only suspect whoever is coming up with these ideas must not understand the internet technology very well. I'm willing to bet if China ever challenge the world's hacker community to test whatever kind of defense they can come up, the "Great Firewall" will not last more then 24 hours.

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Noah, Asheville, NC — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 21:44:08 GMT

The era of effective internet censorship is long over. The average 12 year old can defeat most any filtering software. I work in the computer repair field and have had some experience with this sort of software. I've watched parents spend hundreds of dollars trying different filtering products to protect their children from pornography and such on the internet, only to have their children defeat them one after another. Governments are kidding themselves if they think they can control access to information in this day and age - Most can't even effectively secure their own networks against hackers.

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Thomas, Dallas, TX — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 21:48:07 GMT

Ah, so lovely seeing the citizens speaking out rather than living with this garbage. Supressing information is one of the absolute most heinous crimes a government can commit. As said by Mike, it IS great being a citizen. These are the people who need to be running our governments, not corrupt bureaucrats.

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Daniel — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 22:23:28 GMT

I'm with you Mike, Stephanie and t, the first few commenters here. We are all one throughout the world. Our countries enemies are not the peoples enemies and they will not be our countries enemies long. Witness Germany, Japan, Russia, Vietnam and many others. Wars and enemies are designed to keep the country divided and controlled.

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Matt Atwater, Ca — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 22:30:13 GMT

Wow, how naive can you guys be? It's not the world's people it's the governments with the problem? Are you serious?

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

TJ, Bristol, TN — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 22:39:56 GMT

Hmmm...Government for the people, by the people.....Where have I heard that before?

Not in the great United Communist State of America.

The US Government is a great example of how power corrupts. The rest of the world's citizens should know that the people in the US have no real choice any more who runs thier government and that we are in the same position they are.

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

J C Miller, Nanjing, China — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 22:45:41 GMT

If you think that Iranians were crazy to re-elect Admajinidad [sp?] after a disastrous first term, look no farther than the US in re-electing George Bush after his disastrous first term. Those of us too stupid, lazy, or scared to work harder to stop it must share the blame.

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Bill Meylan, Dallas, TX — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 22:48:52 GMT

"Why can't we all just get along...?" One of the best quotes I've EVER read. It appears our governments have forgotten what it means to share.

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

John Doe, Seattle, Wash — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 22:58:52 GMT

Whats the point if there is no debate? Totalitarionism.

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Ed — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 23:10:34 GMT

It is a human beings right to free thought and expression. Any Methods to restrict these rights are the governments way to attempt to influence and control its citizens.

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

pAULo, Wichita,Ks. — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 23:31:35 GMT

Having spent time in various parts of the world, I have found that people are basically the same everywhere. Our governments may differ, but we are all united as citizens of the world.

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Darkstar — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:24:38 GMT

The majority of humans only want basic things like food, providing for their families, etc. War, disagreements, policies, and all the attached garbage is due to two things....government and religion...both which avidly promote behavior modification to control the populace.What are you going to do about it now that you're aware?
PS You will be censored and approved before being posted....

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Frank Brown, Spokane,WA — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:24:47 GMT

Were all of you just born? It has always been the goverment that has made everyday people of our great USA look like we do. (stuck up little, silver spoon in the mouth brats) I want it, or I will not play with you. This is how the world has seen us for years. So Would you expect anything different from other countries? Wake up. Our Goverments Sucks, Always has and Always will. Until we the people do something about it! The Goverment is letting our own people starve in this country. But they are rebuilting Irac. Sound real smart to me. Fricking Idiots!

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Jay Pinckard, Pahgosa Springs CO. — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:30:43 GMT

My opinion of the so called president of Iran is quite low. I am more inclined to view him as clever Hitler type thug who, through thuggery has been able to promote his self interest at the expense of his fellow Iranian citizens.
Would wish that the news media refer to him for what he actually is; Namely a typical,and common, self serving thug and not the president of anything, in any way, shape or form.!!!
Precious Liberty forever!!

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

ldahnan — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:59:51 GMT

Either way the people are the Government and they are outta control.

http://myfreelifetips.com

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Pastor David — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 01:07:03 GMT

Please do not compare President Obama to the likes of leaders of the Peoples Republic of China. While I did not vote for him, the majority of the American people did in a free election system. He is doing what he said he would do. He is honest and does not seem to lie. While I do not agree with some of his positions, he is my president and deserves my respect, prayers, and support. Don't hit him for doing what he said he would do.

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Sadden American — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 01:11:19 GMT

I suprised that people are actully suprised! China has always kept it's people stupid, uneducated people are easy to control. Much like the obama administration does to our people, let them think they are in control, but make sure they're stupid. Thing about that... at one point, the people realise the truth and they fight back. I just hope we, The People, realise what the obama is doing to our country before it's to late.... and that point is almost here...

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Tim Dunn — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 01:46:38 GMT

America's founding fathers are standing in heaven, smiling down on the people of Iran and China, who are demanding freedom! Tom Pain, Thomas Jefferson, Samual Adams, George Washington, and Benjamin Franklin are clapping their hands and shouting, "Huzzah!"

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

ycats, Missouri — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 02:02:40 GMT

Interesting. Does this mean this software will mandated by the Chinese government be on all laptops and other PCs made in China for export? This makes me wonder what other extra software is being placed on PCs made in China.

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

John, Sartell, Minnesota, USA — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 02:18:32 GMT

When men and women of similar interests (Hackers, Farmers, Sailors, Radio Hams, etc.) but different nations,even 'enemy' nations, get together they have more interests in common than their so called leaders, who are generally shallow, self serving, psycopathic types.
Why do we allow such sick persons to become our 'leaders'?

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

JoeDee — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 03:38:51 GMT

The problem is that the government's think they own and control us, but we the People, know that they don't and never did. It is just a matter of fact that you can only push people so far before they start to push back. United the world will stand, and government, bank's and corporation's will change, or be overcome. It is the only natural solution to the problem.

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Dave — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 03:39:16 GMT

When the common people of the world have a voice, the repessive regimes like Iran, China, Iraq, Hamas, and many others, will be trying to hold back an erupting volcano. Power to the people and freedom of the press and internet!!!!!

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

City Slicker — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 04:17:19 GMT

t, montg, AL, that's brilliant! Thanks!

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Sarah, Hawaii — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 04:45:48 GMT

When I was a teen, my tech-savy dad limited my internet access to five sites unless I asked for permission to view other sites. Although this was insulting and irratating, it was my dad's choice. I'm free to access any site I please right now as an adult. The level of control that the Chinese government hopes to achieve over the largest population in the world is both unrealistic and will eventually lead to their downfall.

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

JesterJames — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 05:07:02 GMT

I can gurantee the CCP is watching closely at the role internet is playing in Iran election protests. I bet "Green Dam" is here to stay, and will probably grow to exceed "Three Gourges" in stature.

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

jack — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 06:16:14 GMT

I don't believe it. I believe China has got the people obediant and will continue its pillaging of the West. China needs to be thrashed, NOW, before they get too hard to deal with.

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jm — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 07:54:43 GMT

funny, how it's news when implemented in hong kong. i havent been able to watch anything on youtube (including videos of international friends and their families) for months here in mainland china, but noone seemed to care... can't help but be a little jealous...

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Ray, Toronto, Ontario CANADA — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 08:03:16 GMT

Mike/Stephanie...you are being idealistic, simplistic, and very naieve. Within countries, cities, even high schools, there are people who disagree, hate, and bully. There never will be world peace as long as there are people in the world.

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Maria Sofia, Miami, Florida — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 09:33:03 GMT

I see the Chinese's point in wanting to control the internet but that really is a very passive aggressive way of running the wires.

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Joe Doe — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 11:03:46 GMT

Why do neocons like Mike always weasel their hatred for Obama in every single topic. Obama is the most pro-internet communications Prez we've had and dumbos like Mike pick this story of everything to try and smear Obama- lol.

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a j sessa abr — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 11:10:05 GMT

some day perhaps not in my time but someday there will be a world govenment we are coming to realize we the people of this world are one people .we may speak diferently ,we may worship different Gods, we may be different colors ,but we are one people.

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Michael L. Buie — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 11:57:23 GMT

You are right it is good to see people seek freedom. But, to equate Obama with being the opposite is sheer silliness. Obama INSPIRES freedom and rights for the people!

Such a sad thing that people manipulate or twist truth to spread a lie; it is Satan's oldest trick.

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Dennis, Wagoner, OK — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 12:01:01 GMT

I am pleased to see some people have REAL COMMON SENSE, unlike the world governments, and am very pleased to see there is still real intelligence in e-mail responses. I like the above 3 responses very much.

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Jason B. Efrat Isreal — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 12:26:42 GMT

At last people speak!!! of course its the governments that dont get along we the people elect these officials and they then go and piss each other off besides just like in Iran the PEOPLE dont want the nut job aminawhocareshowyouspellit in power but he is, same in china, the government thinks they are doing the best thing for the citizens except almost 100 percent of the time they wont obey the laws they enact in there own homes. and about North Korea im almost certain that everyone except the ruling class does not want underground missile test and for the few well to do buisnessess in north korea dont want there shipments searched and held up but everyone must suffer because the ones in power couldnt care less

Mandatory filtering software ignites outrage in China

Jim Cahill, Twinsburg, Ohio — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 12:27:57 GMT

I once said that there was no difference between the elected government and the people they represent...then we elected the "Dems" in '08. It's ironic that our own political system gives such meaning to "dichotomy."