A column by Lee in Forbes, regarding views of China in the West and in Hong Kong.  Oddly, it’s datelined June 16, 2008, but published almost three weeks ahead of time.

Two Images of China

Huge crowds welcomed the torch parade. The usual pro-democracy demonstrators were outnumbered by crowds of ordinary people cheering on the Chinese celebrity torchbearers. These crowds shouted “running dogs” in Cantonese at those championing democracy. No pro-democracy legislative councillor dared march against the torch for fear of losing votes in the next elections. Hong Kong is hosting the equestrian events, and its people have realized that their future lies with Beijing and a successful Olympics.