Entry # 4 - September 23, 2013
Source: The New York Times
September 23, 2013
Just moments ago, one of China's most divisive politicians, Bo Xilai, was banished to life in prison. The spectacle of his trial is a prove to that national leaders were serious about the official corruptions. Bo was found guilty of embezzlement, bribe taking, and abuse of power. The chances of any judge would verdict or reduce Bo's sentence of life in prison was scant. Deng Yuwen, a media commentator in Beijing, said that the authorities wanted to send a message that if any senior officials challenge central authority or break the laws, they will be ruthlessly punished.
When I heard about the announcement of verdict of Bo Xilai, I couldn't feel more relieved. For a person like Bo, who is so high in power, it's shameful for him to commit such a crime. I thought it's time for China to clean up the corruptions of the government. The trial of Bo is just a start, there are still lots of institutional improvements have to happen. I do not believe there can be a strong nation with a corrupted government. This is just a start, but it's a good start.
Corruption never has been compulsory - Anthony Eden.
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