The Capital Courier - (editorial)
As news of China's crackdown in Tibet and other provinces seeps out of that repressive nation; our leaders, our citizens, our nation as a whole must ask what to do. This summer, athletes from around the world will gather to compete on the international stage in the preeminent athletic competition. This international event which will pit the world's best against each other in the spirit of friendly and peaceful competition is something our nation's athletes have dreamed of for years. Yet, is there a higher moral purpose which we must consider?
Our nation has known tyrants and tyranny. Our nation has seen the impact of iron-fisted rule and the results of totalitarian goverance. Our nation is familiar with the policies of an uncaring world willing to look a blind eye at injustice. Yet, our nation has also witnessed the transforming nature of society when a people finally are allowed to rise up and overthrow their oppressors.
Nearly three years ago, our nation underwent such a transforming revolution. The end of the absolute monarchy, controlled by my family, allowed for a rebirth of individual freedom and introduced to our nation the miracle of democratic rule. Fellow citizens, we know this struggle and we know the proper end. The question we must ask is how can we influence the means?
It is because of our recent history and struggles, our first hand knowledge of the events now facing the Tibetans, that we have a unique responsibility. The Franklin States must take the high road. The Franklin States must show solidarity with our brothers and sisters in Tibet and elsewhere who desire freedom. Yet will we?
China represents a rising power in the East. She represents the fastest growing economic market in the world and would make a tremendous trading partner. Yet, we must look beyond this economic potential to what is right. The current U.S. administration, the very birthplace of modern democracy, continues to ignore the situation. We should not make the same mistake.
It is with these thoughts in mind that I call on the competing political parties in the upcoming election to join me in my call for a boycott of the upcoming Olympic Games to be held this summer in the Chinese capital, Beijing. Through such a boycott, our proud nation can send the message that we will not condone the military crackdown currently occurring in Western China, nor will we turn a blind eye to the half century of injustice committed against the Chinese people by their own government. We must stand on the side of freedom and not support the Chinese efforts to sweep their horrible human rights record under the rug.
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Sincerely,
Your King and Sovereign
King Guy Plantagenet II
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Unlike the thoughts of presidential candidates in the United States, such as John McCain. Our party feels that the boycott would be unnecessary, but doesn't agree with how China reacted to the revolt. We feel that our athletes should not be deprieved of the privilege to participate in the upcoming Olympics. We believe our military taking action in this revolt would only lead to more disturbances. We must make the Tibetans feel we are their allies and simply want to establish peace between them and their father country China. We should also inform the Tibetans that an attack during the Olympics will only infuriate the Chinese government more. The Tibetans should also know that attacking PERIOD can only create hard feelings and possible war. This revolt should be stopped but not by boycott or invading. This is what we have done in Iraq and are still fighting. At this time our country can not afford another war! WHY SHOULD OUR ATHLETES BE PUNISHED?
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