CHINA
Country Overview:
"A land of contrasts, where ancient traditions meet rapid modernization, and delectable cuisine coexists with complex political realities."
My seven-year journey in China, from May 2013 to August 2020, was a whirlwind of experiences. I taught English, pursued my Master's in Politics & Foreign Policy at the prestigious Tsinghua University, and immersed myself in the media landscape at China Today and Xinhua News Agency. Beijing was my home base, but my travels painted a vibrant tapestry of China's diverse landscapes and cultures: the bustling metropolis of Shanghai, the historic city of Xi'an, the tropical paradise of Sanya, the unique blend of East and West in Macau and Hong Kong, and countless other destinations in between. From savoring the exquisite flavors of regional cuisines to navigating the intricacies of daily life under a distinct political system, China left an indelible mark on me.
Pollution Haiku
Dark, grey, and hazy
The sun isn't visible
Hello pollution
Just for the record, the Air Quality Index (AQI) goes from 1-500. Beijing consistently breaks it
China Wants You To Believe President Xi Is Handsome, Cute And The Perfect Husband
Did an interview the other day for a propaganda piece about Xi. I probably spoke for 15 minutes about my views on Xi, the government, and his foreign policies and all they used was the out of context word “Seattle”. Glad I could be a cog in the CCP machine!
The Chinese propaganda machine at work once again
As the newly founded holiday on September 3rd nears, this article perfectly sums up my thoughts about it
By homemade do they mean firework?
I can just imagine the guy setting off the ‘bomb’, followed by a small boom and people looking at the cripple like, ‘what is wrong with you bro?’