I hope that I will be the last victim in China's long record of treating words as crimes.
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There is no force that can put an end to the human quest for freedom, and China will, in the end, become a nation ruled by law, where human rights reign supreme.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The pursuit of freedom is unstoppable, and ultimately, China will embrace the rule of law and human rights.
Liu Xiaobo asserts that the human desire for freedom is an unending force that cannot be suppressed by any power. He expresses a hopeful vision for China's future, where laws govern the nation and human rights are prioritized, reflecting a deep belief in the inevitable progress towards liberty and justice.
Themes
FreedomHuman RightsLawChinaJustice
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech advocating for human rights in China.
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