Oregon Mural Irks China
David Lin and Corvallis Mural (Photo: Richard Jensen)
A Taiwanese-American businessman in Corvallis, Oregon, has put up a large mural depicting China’s crackdown on Tibet and on Taiwanese independence.
It’s caught the attention of Chinese authorities.
They sent two Chinese consulate officials to Corvallis to ask the mayor to have it removed but the mayor said no. Dmae Roberts has the story.
At The World, we believe strongly that human-centered journalism is at the heart of an informed public and a strong democracy. We see democracy and journalism as two sides of the same coin. If you care about one, it is imperative to care about the other.
Every day, our nonprofit newsroom seeks to inform and empower listeners and hold the powerful accountable. Neither would be possible without the support of listeners like you. If you believe in our work, will you give today? We need your help now more than ever!