

Dissident at the Doorstep Episode 2: The Barefoot Lawyer
Jan 13, 2024
Guangcheng, a blind lawyer who fought against the One Child Policy in China, talks about his activism, challenges, and clashes with authorities. The podcast highlights Guangcheng's resilience and determination in seeking justice. It also discusses the extreme restrictions and brutal enforcement of the policy, as well as Guangcheng's plans to file a class-action suit and gather evidence in villages. The speaker also recounts a harrowing incident of someone being forcefully taken away by the police.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Guangchang's Journey: Activism and Challenges
01:53 • 11min
The Frustrations of the Petitioning System and Seeking International Help
13:13 • 5min
A Banquet and Power Dynamics
18:25 • 9min
The Encounter and Alignment
26:56 • 4min
Fighting Against the One-Child Policy
30:46 • 17min
A Moment of Helplessness
47:43 • 3min