The Jordan Harbinger Show 314: Michael Yon | China's Big Trouble in Little Hong Kong
Feb 18, 2020
Michael Yon, an award-winning independent war correspondent, shares his frontline insights on the escalating unrest in Hong Kong. He discusses the distinction between protests and insurgencies, emphasizing why the current chaos matters globally. Yon reflects on the historical significance of Hong Kong's fight for autonomy and draws parallels to Poland's Solidarity Movement, which alarms the Chinese Communist Party. He also touches on the dangers journalists face in conflict zones and the impact of information warfare orchestrated by China.
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Gates of Fire
- Michael Yon witnessed a firefight in Mosul where two American soldiers continued fighting after being shot multiple times.
- He picked up a rifle to protect them, switching from war correspondent to combatant.
Taiwan's Sovereignty
- Michael Yon argues that Taiwan is not part of China, comparing it to New Zealand declaring independence from a fictional "South America".
- He emphasizes that Taiwanese identity is distinct and separate from Chinese identity.
Hong Kong Handover
- Britain handed Hong Kong back to China in 1997 due to declining power, unable to resist the expansionist CCP.
- Michael Yon compares China's actions to colonization and criticizes the "one country, two systems" agreement as a lie.