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[quote=CHRISWAUGHBJ,38094]Well, Griz, in the case of shark fin soup and other 'exotic' dishes, they've got the wrong motive, but the right action. This shouldn't be about China's image, but it is about protecting endangered species and the environment. I won't argue that animals have rights, that's absurd, and I despise the PC police as much as you do, but these animals have a role to play in a healthy ecosystem, and taking them out of that role will only result in badness for everybody.

As for teaching everybody English, I can't stand that. First of all, people coming to China should learn at least a little survival Chinese. I can't stand people who tell me "I've lived here for 10 years and I still don't speak a word of Chinese" as if it's something to be proud of (this has happened to me). Secondly, what happens when these hotel clerks and taxi drivers come across a foreigner who doesn't speak English? Highly likely, especially when the Olympics arrive.

Windenergy, sounds like you're hitting the wall. I recommend taking a short break from China.[/quote]

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