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Liu Xiaobo Chinese democracy activist and Nobel Laureate dies
So sad to read that Liu Xiaobo has died – a courageous advocate of democratic freedoms in China who was always in and out of prison for his work.
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Tagged China, democracy, human rights.
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In support of Hong Kong
Felt I wanted to express at least some gesture of support for Hong Kong’s brave and disciplined democracy activists.
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Tagged Birmingham, Chief Executive, China, Common Good, democracy, dick rodgers, Hong Kong, umbrella, yellow
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Hong Kong election candidates blocked by Beijing
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-29125769 This is a crucial issue of democracy and a test of UK moral fibre. We should press China to allow Hong Kong citizens the freedom to stand for Hong Kong’s forthcoming leadership elections instead of saying that only Beijing … Continue reading
My plan to stand in the European Election in the West Midlands
I plan to stand in the European Election in the West Midlands: join me.
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Tagged bank of england, banks, Birmingham, Black Country, Burton upon Trent, China, christian, common good party, Coventry, dick rodgers, economy, electricity, European Election, gas, hereford, local government, nhs, Northfield, rail, regional government, Rugby, Selly Oak, Shrewsbury, Stafford, Stoke, student fees, UKIP, utilities, Wolverhampton
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