Reflections on Participating in the 747th Jasmine Action and Supporting the Taiwanese People’s Recall Movement
By: Wang Chengguo
Edited by: Feng Reng Chief Editor: Luo Zhifei Translated by: Lu Huiwen
Though small in territory, Taiwan upholds the sky of democracy, freedom, and constitutionalism for the entire Chinese-speaking world. It has become a beacon of democracy and a model of governance for all Chinese societies.
From the moment the Chinese Communist Party seized power, it has sought to intimidate and coerce the people of Taiwan through violence and threats. Over the years, the CCP’s infiltration has grown more insidious, attempting to smear and demonize Taiwan’s pursuit of democracy and freedom.
Yet Taiwan has never backed down—on the contrary, under pressure, it has grown more resilient, demonstrating the enduring strength of its democratic institutions.
By supporting the Taiwanese people’s recall movement, we are actively defending the values of democracy and liberty.
We send a message to the world: all people of conscience who cherish democracy and freedom will stand with Taiwan.
Taiwan is a symbol of civilization and progress, a stronghold of the free world, and it will never become a vassal of CCP tyranny!
The people of Taiwan will never yield to Beijing’s threats or temptations.
A people who have tasted freedom will never permit tyranny to take root!
To defend Taiwan is to defend our own future—and to safeguard the dignity and pride of the global Chinese community.
Taiwan will remain a lighthouse of democracy and a constitutional model not only for Chinese communities but for all of civilization.
Taiwan belongs to all who love liberty and aspire to constitutional government.
The CCP’s schemes are but illusions—moonlight on water, flowers in a mirror.
One day, the flower of democracy shall bloom across the land of China, and Taiwan is our guiding light.
Algae as the Scapegoat, Truth in Absence: A Rational Inquiry into Hangzhou’s Tap Water Contamination
— The “Fecal Water Incident” in Hangzhou and What It Reveals
By: Zhou Zhigang
Editor: Hu Lili Chief Editor: Luo Zhifei Translated by: Lu Huiwen
In mid-July, a sudden outbreak of “foul-smelling tap water” in the Yuhang District of Hangzhou triggered national concern. Residents reported their tap water smelling strongly of feces or dead rats, with some households observing brownish, murky water with visible impurities. Public confidence in water safety plummeted. The official explanation?
“Anaerobic decomposition of algae under specific natural climatic conditions, releasing sulfur-containing compounds.”
As an ordinary citizen concerned about public health, I feel compelled to ask six serious questions. May those with a conscience take heed:
1. Can “anaerobic algae” really explain the stench and turbidity?
Yes, sulfur compounds like methanethiol and dimethyl sulfide are known for their strong odor—but typically they smell fishy or swampy, not fecal or like sewage, as widely reported. More importantly, algae decomposition rarely causes visible discoloration or particulate contamination, which contradicts the video evidence presented by many residents.
Is it possible that other pollution sources are being deliberately concealed? We demand detailed, transparent water quality data, not vague statements like “preliminarily identified cause.”
2. Why did this “natural phenomenon” affect only certain neighborhoods?
The worst-hit areas were in Renhe Town, Yuhang, while adjacent streets or even nearby communities remained unaffected. If the cause were truly climatic and algal in nature, the contamination should have spread gradually and systemically, not explosively and locally.
Could the real cause involve pipe cross-contamination, backflow incidents, or illegal discharges? Was the possibility of construction damage to water infrastructure investigated?
3. Where was the early warning system? When did the water plant know?
The public was the first to detect the issue, followed by media coverage, and only last came the government response. This broken emergency chain reveals not just technical failure, but long-standing governance incompetence.
We ask:
• When did the water plant first detect the abnormality?
• Why didn’t they switch water sources or issue a temporary shutdown warning?
• If “the water is unpleasant but not toxic,” why not communicate openly?
Ironically, official statements admitted that water quality anomalies were detected as early as July 16. That means the authorities knew early but chose not to act, leaving residents unknowingly exposed. This is an utter disregard for public safety—a moral collapse.
4. Is the compensation mechanism fair? Who will take responsibility for health impacts?
The local government offered a 5-ton water bill deduction—about 14 yuan (~$2). This is a mockery, given the real losses:
• Bottled water panic-buying
• Restaurant and business closures
• Manufacturing disruptions
• Most importantly: Potential irreversible health risks, especially for children and the elderly.
This is outrageous, especially from a country that boasts of foreign aid generosity. Where is the support for its own citizens during a public crisis?
No free health screenings, no medical surveillance, no toxicology reports. If the water contained harmful chemicals or heavy metals, who bears the consequences?
Consider the Flint water crisis in the U.S. (2014–2021):
• A $600 million settlement in 2020, 80% allocated to affected children
• Expanded to $626 million in 2021
• Massive pipeline replacements and medical programs followed
Compared to this, China’s token compensation is cold and dismissive—a national disgrace.
5. Before fighting “rumors,” shouldn’t transparency come first?
After the issue surfaced, authorities acted not to solve the problem, but to suppress dissent. Multiple social media users were penalized for “spreading fecal water rumors.”
While fabricated rumors must be discouraged, the foul smell was real, experienced by thousands, not imagined.
Citizens spoke out from fear and helplessness, not malice.
Rather than muzzling the public, what’s needed are:
• Complete lab reports
• Accountability investigations
• Timelines for fixes
• Third-party oversight
6. Public Ignorance and Apathy
Online, some affected residents resorted to dark humor:
“Even drinking shit water needs to be metered now.”
Others quipped, “Let’s get some foreign residents to sue them.”
This bleak sarcasm reflects a tragic reality:
In China, state-run utilities have no legal obligation to disclose full information. Even forced disclosures are one-sided, non-negotiable.
People fear that simply seeking the truth or demanding compensation may result in state retaliation.
And so, after a round of self-mockery, the people fall silent again.
The Root of It All: Power Above Accountability
In summary:
• Power overrides citizen rights
• Information blackout replaces transparency
• Local interests trample public safety
Residents drank contaminated water for days, while the supply company claimed ignorance.
Once exposed, the government’s stability-maintenance machinery went into overdrive: in just days, public attention was redirected to “don’t spread rumors.”
Not a single official resigned.
No formal apologies issued.
Just a symbolic refund of 5 tons of water.
Contrast this with:
• Flint (USA): Officials criminally prosecuted, government paid hundreds of millions
• Sewol Ferry (South Korea): President resigned, criminal trials, policy reforms
• Fukushima (Japan): Senior officials stepped down, national safety overhaul
Why does no Chinese official ever take responsibility?
Because:
• Power is centralized and unaccountable
• Speech is controlled
• Oversight is suppressed
• Legal remedy is a mirage
The root causes of this “fecal water” crisis are:
• Illusory governance
• Arrogant bureaucracy
• Absurd narratives of “no harm detected”
• And the people’s resigned compliance
Today it’s Hangzhou; tomorrow it could be your city.
Drinking contaminated water harms the body; staying silent pollutes the soul.
A healthy society should never make people say,
“I was just unlucky.”
It should empower them to ask,
“Who is responsible? Who must be held accountable?”
Algae is just a scapegoat.
The true cancer lies in neglectful power and opaque systems.
Only by uncovering the truth and demanding accountability can we protect the lives and dignity of every citizen.
Silence nurtures corruption; only by speaking out can conscience awaken.
Never Needed to Be Remembered, Yet Never Forgotten
By: Lin Yangzheng
Editor: Zhao Jie Chief Editor: Luo Zhifei Translated by: Lu Huiwen
On July 13, the China Democracy Party held a sea memorial for Liu Xiaobo on the eighth anniversary of his passing, at Santa Monica Beach.
This event was the result of a full year of preparation by party member Zheng Wei.
This time, there were no slogans throughout the entire event—only powerful displays of civic spirit and poster boards featuring the Charter 08, which called for democracy and constitutional government.
Our gathering was peaceful and rational, aiming to communicate to the world the democratic ideals and free spirit of Nobel Peace Prize laureate Liu Xiaobo, as well as of all of us involved. We sought to pass on Liu Xiaobo’s spirit—summed up in his words, “I have no enemies and no hatred,” and “Never needed to be remembered, yet never forgotten”—to everyone, including ourselves.
Beyond the planned theme, two unexpected yet meaningful outcomes emerged from the event:
First, we gained the attention of a white American human rights advocate. After exchanging contact information, we plan to maintain a long-term connection, which will help bring the values and vision of the China Democracy Party, along with our pursuit of liberty and human rights, to the attention of mainstream American society.
Second, in the “Little Angels of Freedom” group led by me and my mother—aimed at helping children embody Liu Xiaobo’s spirit of freedom—we encountered an incredibly brave, thoughtful, and articulate 11-year-old. The first question he asked during our PBL (Project-Based Learning) session was profound:
“Why is the Communist Party so evil?”
Later, during the expression phase, he wrote a heartfelt blessing for Liu Xiaobo in his youthful handwriting that deeply moved us all.
Civic education was specifically written into Article 13 of the third section, “Our Basic Propositions,” in Liu Xiaobo’s Charter 08. It is a crucial social foundation for building a democratic society—nurturing universal values and civic spirit from a young age. This has long been one of our goals, even while we were still in China: to help shape a new generation of citizens who are ideologically grounded, courageous, resilient, and immune to CCP brainwashing.
This mission is both immense and essential. It requires not only parents or educators to have a deep understanding of universal values, but also the ability to communicate these ideas in language children can understand. Given China’s current political environment, such efforts can only take place on a limited scale and are far from becoming a nationwide initiative.
Nonetheless, I urge every parent reading this—regardless of where you are, whether abroad or inside the Great Firewall—to stand up and begin introducing your children to materials that help them understand the concepts of freedom, democracy, and human rights, including Liu Xiaobo and Charter 08.
There is no need to instill hatred, nor to dwell on how evil the CCP is. It is enough to contrast dictatorship with democracy, slavery with human rights. As children learn more, a natural civic spirit will emerge. They will instinctively resist the red indoctrination that permeates every aspect of life in China. In time, they will become part of the wave that helps build a democratic China.
When the CCP finally falls, Chinese society must already have accumulated enough experience in civic education—so that a new generation of upright citizens replaces today’s ideological indoctrination system. Only then can we truly break China’s 3,000-year cycle of authoritarianism. Only then can we ensure that future revolutionaries do not become the next Communist Party. Only then can we secure democracy and constitutionalism as the eternal foundation of Chinese governance—and, ultimately, set our sights on the stars and the sea.
It is a daunting mission.
But we are walking this path, always.
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I have no enemies,
Nor do I accept darkness as destiny.
Truth can be imprisoned,
But truth-tellers will grow.
An empty chair for the world,
One honest word for the children.
When the wind tears through the iron curtain night,
Jasmine Action No. 747: The China Democracy Party Stands with Taiwan
Democracy Advocates Rally on Hollywood Walk of Fame to Support Taiwan and Defend Freedom
By: Li Congling
Edited by: Luo Zhifei Chief Editor: Lu Huiwen Translated by: Lu Huiwen
At 4 p.m. on July 19, the call for freedom once again echoed across the square of Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles. Organized by the China Democracy Party National Committee, the 747th “Jasmine Action” rally—titled “Defend Taiwan, Defend Democracy”—drew a large crowd of democracy advocates from around the world. The atmosphere was electric, with powerful slogans and stirring speeches declaring to the world: Taiwan must remain free, and China must become democratic!
This rally directly addressed the escalating tensions across the Taiwan Strait and the grassroots democratic self-rescue movement launched by the Taiwanese people—the “Recall Tsai” campaign. In the opening remarks, hosts Ma Qun and He Xingqiang pointed out that the CCP is intensifying its military threats and espionage activities against Taiwan, posing a grave danger to regional peace in East Asia and the global liberal order. At this critical juncture, Taiwan is not just defending itself—it stands at the frontlines of the Chinese-speaking world and the global democratic camp against the tide of authoritarianism.
Li Congling, one of the event’s organizers, emphasized in her speech:
“We are not only fighting for Taiwan on the streets, but for the entire Chinese-speaking world—for our next generation, for the sky of freedom they deserve.”
He Xingqiang followed with a speech in English, calling on the international community to unite in support of Taiwan and to remain vigilant and engaged with China’s democratic struggle.
The square resounded with chants such as “Stand with Taiwan!”, “Free China!”, and “End CCP!”, drawing the attention of many tourists and media outlets. A video team recorded the entire event, and volunteers maintained order, demonstrating the group’s high level of organization and discipline.
The rally was sponsored by Mr. Liu Ping and co-organized by democracy advocates including Li Congling, Zheng Wei, Zheng Min, Ni Shicheng, and Yan Na. Speakers included Yang Hao, Ni Shicheng, Wang Chengguo, and Yan Yan, who, though from diverse backgrounds, shared the same conviction: to refuse silence, resist tyranny, and uphold democracy and human rights.
The event concluded with group photos and free discussion. More than just a demonstration, this gathering showcased the cohesion and determination of overseas democratic forces, sending a clear signal to the world:
The fate of Taiwan and the future of democracy are inseparable from the destiny of the global free world.
The China Democracy Party National Committee announced that it will continue organizing similar actions, standing in solidarity with Taiwan, linking with global anti-authoritarian movements, and striving tirelessly for a democratic China.
Edited by Luo Zhifei and Lu Huiwen Translated by Lu Huiwen
On July 6, 2025, the spiritual leader of the Tibetan people in exile, the Dalai Lama, celebrated his 90th birthday. In Dharamsala, the town in northern India where the Dalai Lama and many Tibetan exiles reside, days of celebrations were held. Thousands of Tibetan Buddhists, along with dignitaries and prominent figures from the United States, India, and other countries, gathered in this picturesque Himalayan town to honor the Dalai Lama’s birthday.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, former Presidents Barack Obama and George W. Bush, and other political leaders extended birthday greetings. Modi posted on X, stating: “His teachings inspire respect and admiration across all faith communities. We pray for his continued good health and long life.”
Chen Weiming, renowned Chinese sculptor and pro-democracy activist, led a delegation of Chinese Democracy Party members to Dharamsala to offer birthday wishes to His Holiness and received his handshake and blessing.
The series of celebratory events surrounding the Dalai Lama’s birthday also served to strengthen the global visibility of the Tibetan exile community. Governments of democratic countries around the world have maintained relatively close relations with both the Central Tibetan Administration and the Dalai Lama. Yet beneath the joy and blessings lies a deep undercurrent of anxiety for the future. Many followers are concerned that, as the Dalai Lama advances in age, uncertainty looms over the Tibetan cause after his eventual passing. Tenzin Lekshay, spokesperson for the Central Tibetan Administration, remarked: “Yes, we fear a major storm is coming,” but he also emphasized, “We will not shy away from it. We have endured for centuries, and we will continue to persevere.”
The Dalai Lama has pledged to announce a succession plan during the July 6 celebrations—one that acknowledges the complexity of current geopolitical realities. A pressing concern is how to counter the Chinese Communist Party’s attempt to manipulate the succession process. The Dalai Lama has previously stated that his successor will be born in the free world, suggesting that the next Dalai Lama may emerge from the Tibetan exile population—roughly 140,000 strong—half of whom reside in India.
The root of the Tibetan exile, without question, lies in the Chinese Communist Party’s invasion of Tibet, which forced the Kashag government to sign the “17-Point Agreement for the Peaceful Liberation of Tibet.” After entering Tibet, the CCP initiated violent land reforms and political campaigns that dismantled the region’s traditional social fabric, sparking widespread resistance. In 1959, the Dalai Lama fled to India to ensure his personal safety, thus beginning a nearly 70-year journey of exile.
Approximately 100,000 Tibetans followed the Dalai Lama to Dharamsala, and tens of thousands more joined in subsequent waves of escape. Today, over 140,000 Tibetans are spread across India, Nepal, the United States, and Europe. Centered in Dharamsala, the Central Tibetan Administration has established a fully functional government-in-exile, with departments for education, finance, foreign affairs, and security. Schools, hospitals, elder care homes, and vocational training centers are all provided free of charge and operate smoothly. This system stands as a remarkable example of a people’s resilience against authoritarian rule—and a model from which China’s own democracy movement has much to learn.
Russia–Ukraine War: The Ukrainian People Will Ultimately Prevail
By Wang Zhishui (Early Founding Leader of the China Democracy Party)
Edited by Li Congling | Executive Editors: Luo Zhifei, Lu Huiwen | Translated by Lu Huiwen
July 9, 2025
We assert that the Ukrainian people will ultimately win the war against Russia, based on the following key factors:
1. Political Factors
Russia’s aggression did not start in 2022—it began in 2014, when it annexed Crimea. Now, it has further invaded four eastern Ukrainian regions, igniting fierce resistance among the Ukrainian people. Russia’s reckless and arrogant actions have been condemned by the vast majority of the world.
Nearly all European nations are backing Ukraine, giving the Ukrainian people strong confidence. As Germany’s Defense Minister put it:
“Either we win together, or we fail together.”
NATO will never allow Russia to win. If Russia gains the upper hand, Europe will lose its peace and security. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to deal a decisive blow to Russian aggression.
Although Russia has the largest landmass in the world, it remains insatiable, constantly nibbling at its neighbors. Other countries are already on alert.
If Russia dares to use nuclear weapons, defying global norms, the peoples of the world will not allow that nation to exist in its current form.
Putin once boasted,
“Give me 20 years, and I’ll give you back a strong Russia.”
But that may well become:
“Give me 20 years, and I’ll return to you a shattered Russia.”
2. Economic Factors
Many nations have already frozen Russia’s overseas assets. The Russian economy now relies primarily on oil and gas exports—yet oil has dropped from over $100 a barrel to mere tens of dollars.
Recently, the U.S. imposed a new rule: any country supporting Russia will face a 500% tariff on its exports to the U.S.
It won’t take long before Russia’s financial system collapses.
The combined GDP of NATO countries dwarfs Russia’s many times over. Even with support from North Korea, it won’t significantly shift the balance.
3. Military Factors
While Russia may have greater territory and a larger population, Ukraine is fighting a just war—a war to defend its homeland.
“The just cause draws wide support; the unjust cause few allies.”
Numerous advanced nations are backing Ukraine. They have been careful not to provoke Russia too hastily, fearing a desperate resort to nuclear weapons. Thus, Ukraine has adopted a strategy of attrition, dragging Russia into a prolonged conflict.
In the early stages, NATO-supplied weapons could only be used defensively, within Ukrainian borders. But now, restrictions have been relaxed—Ukraine may strike Russian territory, including strategic targets.
Ukrainians can now fully utilize Western precision weapons to destroy vital infrastructure such as the Crimean Bridge, cutting off Russian supply lines.
Using drones trained by Germany, Britain, and France, Ukraine can strike Moscow, Russian military bases, and key logistics hubs—achieving major results through tactical victories, while minimizing casualties.
Why did Donald Trump seemingly stay out of the war effort? Because he laid a trap for Putin. He knew Putin couldn’t afford to lose, and he also understood Zelensky would never surrender land or accept a humiliating peace.
When Putin rejected mediation, Trump strategically withdrew, letting NATO countries bear the burden—while preparing to deter Chinese aggression in Taiwan and the South China Sea.
The Chinese Communist Party had hoped that Russia would seize Kyiv within a week, then capitalize on that momentum to join Russia in acting against Taiwan. But their dreams have collapsed. Now they can only watch and lament in silence.
If the war continues another one or two years, Ukraine will surely achieve final victory.
In today’s global village,
there is only one true village chief: the United States of America.
Open Letter to Senior CCP Officials (Provincial-Ministerial Level and Above)
By Wang Zhishui June 4, 2025
Edited by Hu Lili | Executive Editors: Luo Zhifei, Lu Huiwen | Translated by Lu Huiwen
To senior officials of the Chinese Communist Party: listen carefully.
The Communist Party is a meat grinder—a machine that devours its own. The bloody internal purges of the “Futian Incident” in the 1930s were just the beginning.
In the Soviet zones, countless Red Army generals, including Duan Dechang, were purged under the guise of “internal cleansing.”
In the 1950s, it crushed Gao Gang and Rao Shushi.
In the late ’50s, it destroyed Peng Dehuai, Huang Kecheng, Zhang Wentian, and Zhou Xiaozhou.
At the start of the Cultural Revolution, it consumed Deng Tuo, Wu Han, and Liao Mosha;
by mid and late stages, it devoured Liu Shaoqi, Tao Zhu, and Lin Biao.
Under Deng Xiaoping, it crushed Wang Hongwen, Zhang Chunqiao, Jiang Qing, and Yao Wenyuan—driving Jiang Qing to suicide.
During the Jiang Zemin and Hu Jintao era, it swallowed up Xu Caihou, Guo Boxiong, Zhou Yongkang, and others.
Under Xi Jinping, it took down Bo Xilai, Sun Lijun, Fu Zhenghua; placed Liu Yazhou under secret control; weighed heavily on Wei Fenghe, Miao Hua, Li Yuchao…
Even former Premier Li Keqiang died under suspicious circumstances—his sudden death shrouded in mystery.
You live every day in a state of total fear, with no peace or security.
Why don’t you choose to be upright and honorable?
Why not run for office through free and fair elections, like public servants in civilized nations?
Because you’ve already raised your hands and sworn loyalty to Communism for life—
you’ve signed up for the meat grinder.
You’re all under invisible control; even a slight shift in thinking could get you purged at any time.
Just think—how impossible it is to serve as an official in such a system!
Unless some among you show the courage to cut off the poisoned limb to save the body—as Chiang Ching-kuo once did in Taiwan by lifting bans on political parties, the press, and speech—your fate is already sealed: destruction.
The Chinese people no longer believe in your lies.
You’ve deceived too often, hurt too deeply.
The day the people awaken will be the day your power collapses and your blood debts are reckoned.
Senior CCP officials—your time is running out.
Only by proactively and resolutely pushing for democratic reform can you save yourselves.
Only then can you escape fear and suspicion, serve honorably in public office, and truly live with dignity and peace of mind.
