Tag: china

Protesting The Bejing Olympics

Back in April I was a featured speaker at a rally to protest human rights abuses by the Chinese Government, especially highlighting the Bejing Olympics this year as a year to address those violations and abuses. As the Olympics in Bejing Opens this weekend, there are protests around the world taking place: Dissident decries attendance … Continue reading Protesting The Bejing Olympics

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Human Rights Torch Relay Rally Event

Despite biting northwest winds with extreme wind chill factors, about 150 people came out for the Human Rights Torch Relay Rally today. A peace walk occured around Salt Lake city, followed by a rally with speakers. There was supposed to be music, but it was so cold that the program was cut short. I got … Continue reading Human Rights Torch Relay Rally Event

Human Rights Torch Relay Rally in Salt Lake City

The Human Rights Torch Relay is an international campaign that seeks to bring an end to all human rights abuses against the people of China, while highlighting the persecution of Falun Gong - the most severely persecuted group in China today. During the run up to the 2008 Olympics, the HRTR will host events in … Continue reading Human Rights Torch Relay Rally in Salt Lake City