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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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