Chinese democracy movement
As Magna Carta tours, questions arise: Does Beijing respect its ideas?
The Magna Carta is credited with providing the foundation for democracy and rule of law in Britain, and in much of the world. One of its core principles is that no ruler is above the law. But 800 years later, China’s leaders beg to differ; they’ve called this a dangerous Western concept. Many Chinese citizens, on the other hand, are intrigued.
