
‘Why would he take such a risk?’ How a famous Chinese author befriended his censor
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Censorship and Expression in Modern China
This chapter examines the paradox faced by a Chinese censor who secretly critiques the Communist Party while monitoring social media. It unveils the internal struggle of a famous author navigating censorship and the hopeful yet oppressive climate among intellectuals after Xi Jinping's rise. The narrative highlights the precariousness of freedom of expression and the unforeseen alliances formed under a suppressive regime.
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