Bold adviser dares China to change

A PROVINCIAL Chinese government adviser has urged Communist Party leaders to lift a ban on new political parties, halt suppression of a spiritual sect and let exiled dissidents return home.

“Beijing 2008″ Campaign Against Repression in China

“By all accounts, the Beijing Games are shaping up to be a showcase for China. But these events should not be allowed to take place without active opposition by participants — the IOC, athletes, sponsors, media partners and others — to the repressive conditions that surround the Games. Turning a blind eye to these violations of human rights would be a scandal..”