New Program Think

  In December 2022, the Chinese government lifted all control measures across the country under the guise of the Shanghai "Blank Paper Movement." This political decision was seen as a scapegoating move by the government, and its suddenness led to overcrowding in medical institutions nationwide. Despite being the largest producer of fever-reducing drugs, including ibuprofen, in the world, China had strictly limited their purchase over the past two years, resulting in pharmaceutical companies failing to increase production capacity. Countless families were left without access to fever-reducing medication, and many elderly citizens lost their lives during the winter of 2022. In the midst of the frustration and anger over the lack of medicine and hospital beds, a group of individual accounts on social media began accusing the citizens and students of the "Blank Paper Movement" of being responsible for the situation. They claimed that it was these "reactionaries...

  The Battle of Chosin Reservoir was an important battle in the Korean War. Despite launching a surprise attack, the Chinese forces suffered extremely heavy casualties due to inadequate logistics, outdated equipment, poorly trained soldiers, and insufficient clothing. In addition, they lacked air superiority. Mao Zedong's personal letter to Ninth Corps commander Song Shilun also highlighted the painful lessons learned from the battle. Although Song's Ninth Corps had three reinforced armies, 12 divisions, and more than 160,000 soldiers, due to poor organization, command mistakes, and other reasons, it had disintegrated as a fighting force just 20 days after the end of the Battle of Chosin Reservoir, and its corps designation was permanently abolished four years later. Chinese statistics are not accurate enough, but it is estimated that the total losses were between 40,000 and 80,000. History has proven that the Korean War was instigated by Kim Il-sung, but Chinese involvement re...

  China is promoting its development experience and achievements to the world through the values of "Chinese-style modernization," with the aim of showcasing its strength and gaining more ideological partners, while challenging Western powers led by the United States. The three characteristics of Chinese-style modernization are as follows: First, it adheres to dictatorship and authoritarianism in the political field, with the Party's leadership being the core content. Second, it upholds a market economy in the economic field while retaining its authoritarian political control, forming a unique social organization. Third, it places the collective before the individual in the ideological field, allowing it to rapidly transform at the cost of sacrificing the interests of a few individuals during times of significant social crises. In the 40 years of China's reform and opening-up process, it has achieved enormous economic success, with per capita GDP surpassing $10,000, g...

In China, minority groups such as the LGBT community, migrant workers, elderly people living alone, and disabled individuals have always been in disadvantaged positions. Due to collectivist tyranny and censorship, the Chinese people can only choose to ignore the suffering of minority groups, or even pray that such suffering does not befall them. The effect of this collectivist mentality is that during major social crises, the Chinese government is willing to sacrifice the interests of minority groups in order to achieve rapid transformation. For example, during the COVID-19 pandemic, policy changes solved the epidemic problem but also led to over 1.5 million infections and deaths, equivalent to the entire population of Philadelphia in the United States. The LGBT community in China faces exclusion and discrimination, and they encounter significant difficulties in employment, education, and healthcare. Migrant workers lack legal protection and often fail to receive their deserved wages d...

  The earliest version of China's Constitution edited in 1954 did not mention the issue of Taiwan. Mao Zedong once led a group of people to spend 77 days drafting this constitution by the West Lake, but Taiwan was never mentioned. Later, in the new version of the Constitution revised in 1975, which was formulated during the Cultural Revolution, the Taiwan issue was still not mentioned. After that, Hua Guofeng came to power and issued the version of the Constitution in 1978. For the first time, Taiwan was mentioned in this constitution as a sacred part of China's territory, and the constitution proposed to liberate Taiwan. Hua Guofeng stressed that liberation was not just unification, but also the elimination of the Chiang Kai-shek clique. By the time of the version of the Constitution in 1982, the description of the Taiwan issue was the same as it is now. The constitution regarded Taiwan as a sacred part of China's territory and emphasized that reunification of the motherla...

Chinese Netizens Unite to Support Shanghai "White Paper Revolution" and Demand Release of Arrested Protestors Despite China's strict internet censorship and media regulation, a group of citizens have managed to gather over 1,000 signs of support from 250+ cities and 30 provinces for the protestors in Shanghai's "White Paper Revolution" and their call for the release of arrested individuals. This marks the first such effort to emerge from mainland China, and we applaud the courage of those who participated in this campaign. To ensure the safety of those involved, all personal information has been redacted and only limited IP addresses are being used to identify the signatories. It is clear that this groundswell of support from Chinese citizens highlights the deepening frustration and dissatisfaction with the government's handling of sensitive issues. We urge the authorities to respect the rights of peaceful protestors and release those who have been unjus...

Quoting from the BBC: https://www.bbc.com/zhongwen/simp/chinese-news-64714365 Protesters of China's "Blank Paper Movement" face repercussions after autumn crackdown; several participants missing or arrested As China declared victory in its pandemic control measures, the iconic protest against the "zero tolerance" policy in November last year has started to fade from people's memories. Despite the progress made by the entire country, many people who participated in the demonstrations have disappeared. They were taken away by the authorities in a quiet crackdown on dissidents. During the so-called "Blank Paper Movement," thousands of people gathered on the streets, holding up blank paper at night to oppose the COVID-19 lockdown policy. Such criticism of the ruling Communist Party of China and its leader, Xi Jinping, was rare. At the time, the police did not make any mass arrests. However, Chinese activists say that many protesters have been detained ...

Why did the Tiananmen Square incident happen on June 4, 1989? The June 4th incident on Tiananmen Square in 1989 was caused by a series of political, social, and economic factors. Political instability: 1989 was a period of political instability in China, due to various historical reasons including China's response to the Soviet Union, domestic anti-corruption struggles, and economic reform processes, leading to political instability and social unrest. Economic difficulties: In the late 1980s, China's economy encountered a series of problems, including inflation, rising unemployment, stagnant wages, etc., making life difficult for the people, especially for those in the low-income strata. Political repression: In the 1980s, the Chinese government's control over intellectuals and civil society became increasingly stronger, and restrictions on freedom of speech also intensified, leading to dissatisfaction and resentment among many people towards the government. Call for democr...

In 2019, Hong Kong was rocked by a series of protests and strikes against the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and their increasing control over the city. The protests began in June as a response to a proposed bill that would allow extradition of Hong Kong citizens to mainland China. The bill was widely viewed as a threat to Hong Kong's autonomy and rule of law. The protests quickly escalated, with millions of Hong Kong citizens taking to the streets and engaging in strikes and boycotts of businesses aligned with the CCP. The protesters demanded the complete withdrawal of the extradition bill, an investigation into police brutality against protesters, and greater democratic freedoms for Hong Kong. The protests were met with a heavy-handed response from the Hong Kong police and pro-CCP counter-protesters. Many protesters were arrested and subjected to violence and intimidation. Despite this, the protests continued throughout the year, culminating in a siege of Hong Kong Polytechnic Uni...

The opinion about involution phenomenon in China; and why involution is a poisoned culture to control people, invented by CCP The Paper (A press): Interview with Anthropologist Xiang Biao on Involution: A Competition That Does Not Allow Failure or Exit https://www.thepaper.cn/newsDetail_forward_9648585 Excerpt of Key Points: The so-called involution is not just about whether the competition is intense or not, but it is about competing for the sake of competing, even though everyone knows there won't be much gain in the end. People don't know any other way to live besides competition. If you choose to withdraw from the competition, you will face moral pressure. A crucial characteristic of current involution is that there is no mechanism for exiting, and you are not allowed to leave. For instance, when a student said that he wanted to work at McDonald's, the interviewer's first response was, "What do your parents think?" If you want to stop competing and live yo...

The New York City government has created an official guide for new immigrants to help them navigate life in the city. The guide, titled "NYC Welcome: A Guide for New Immigrants," provides a comprehensive overview of the resources available to new immigrants, including information on housing, education, healthcare, employment, and legal rights. The guide is available in multiple languages, including Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, and Russian, and is designed to be accessible to immigrants of all backgrounds. It includes practical advice on topics such as finding a job, enrolling in school, and accessing healthcare, as well as information on community resources and cultural events. The NYC Welcome guide is a valuable resource for new immigrants who may be unfamiliar with the city and its services. It provides a roadmap for navigating the complexities of life in New York City and empowers immigrants to make informed decisions about their lives and futures. 纽约市政府为新移民创建了一份官方指南，以帮助他们适应城...

Recently, from multiple sources on the internet, we have received shocking news that the author of "ProgramThink", Mr. Ruan Xiaohuan, has been arrested by authorities and sentenced to seven years in prison on the charge of "subversion of state power" on February 10th, 2022 in Shanghai. "ProgramThink" is a true thinker, whose articles are profound, insightful, and accessible. He frequently focuses on social issues such as internet censorship and human rights. His articles not only explain the essence of these issues in a simple and understandable manner, but also provide constructive solutions. His articles are not only a presentation of problems, but also a reflection on and solution to them. His thinking is not only limited to technology, but also takes into account social issues and the development of human civilization. His articles encourage people to think and contribute their own wisdom and strength to the world. We oppose the unfair trial of Mr. Rua...