The Great Firewall

When this blog first visited the subject of how China would handle a sharply focused media spotlight, it recognized the immense public relations challenge that lied ahead for the Chinese authorities, the IOC, and their respective outside agencies.Thus far, the series of gaffes and misdeeds have by and large been washed away by the fluidity…… Continue reading The Great Firewall

Beijing Blues

Officials Investigate Reports of Censorship at Olympic Press CenterThe Last Empire: China’s Pollution Problem Goes GlobalFree Tibet, Say Australian OlympiansBefore Guests, Beijing Hides Some MessesChinese Clash with Protesters at Torch Run in SeoulOlympic Paranoia Clutches ChinaBeijing Considers More Emergency Air ActionIn little more than a week’s time, China will open its doors to the eyes…… Continue reading Beijing Blues