Repression and Resistance: The Uyghur Experience

This chapter examines the violent military suppression of the Tiananmen Square protests and its consequences on the pro-democracy movement in China, particularly focusing on the experiences of the Uyghur community. It highlights the complexities of identity, nationalism, and the oppressive tactics employed by the Chinese government in the wake of rising autonomy demands. The narrative also connects the transformation in perceptions of the Uyghurs post-September 11, framing them within a broader historical context of repression, resistance, and the geopolitical landscape.