Float like an interest rate, sting like a fee. George will sign what his eyes can't see. - 3 months old

Indeed, there are two sides, although it won't be apparent in the Western media.

Further random points:

-  The IOC would have been very naive to think human rights would improve in China because Beijing was awarded the Olympics on such a condition.
         China: How about some head?
         IOC: Only if you promise not to cum in my mouth.
         China: Sure, you can trust me...

-  No one has ever invaded territory with the noble intention of liberating people.  An army would never play Good Samaritan.

-  If Tibet were richer, they might be recognised as an independent country.

-  In disputes over land, might is right.

-  If I were an athlete, I'd say, "Fuck Tibet.  I didn't pick the location of the Games, but I did put in years of training to compete".

-  Western sympathisers with the Tibetan cause are mostly just there for the ride.

-  The Olympics, like Christmas, should be an occasion to sweep the failings of mankind under the rug.

-  The CCP is an equal opportunity oppressor.  Other Chinese dissidents would be ruing the fact that to cry "Free China" would sound like an insult to sovereignty, whereas "Free Tibet" somehow sounds like a legitimate cause.

-  Condemnation of the CCP's treatment of its people is in part an expression of fear about Communist China's growing military and economic power.

-  If China is to be boycotted, it shouldn't just be for the Olympics.  If feeling is strong enough regarding human rights, governments should impose economic sanctions too a la South Africa.  Why should athletes solely be subject to a question of conscience and not private firms?  Pragmatism has gone unquestioned so far, why suspend it for two weeks in August?

-  As compelling as Olympic competition can be, I'd have much more fun watching a world event where nations suspend all sport for two weeks and compete in matters of virtue.

Friday, April 11, 2.36pm - Au Revoir Dog