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Chris Smith: Twenty-five years ago, the world watched as millions of Chinese gathered all across China to peacefully demand political…

On the recordMay 19, 2014
Twenty-five years ago, the world watched as millions of Chinese gathered all across China to peacefully demand political reform and democratic openness.
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Chris Smith
Republican · New Jersey

Editor's note · Context

Smith reflects on the historical significance of the Tiananmen Square protests for democracy in China.

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