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“If you are white, racism is too easily ignored and forgiven, regarded as of burning concern only to the ethnic minorities, and therefore of relatively marginal significance.”

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Martin Jacques

Martin Jacques is a prominent British journalist specializing in international relations and politics, with a particular focus on the rise of China and its implications for the global order. His work has been influential in shaping public understanding of China's role in the world. more

“There are a host of ethnic minorities in China but they often have a weak sense of identity and are relatively small in total number. History has taught the Han that other groups will and should ultimately be absorbed and assimilated as Han. There is a belief that the Han enjoy a superior and far more advanced culture.”

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Author:Martin Jacques

“Our leaders increasingly see fit to lecture the ethnic minorities on the need to integrate, including of course the need to speak English. What about the need, though, for Britain to integrate with the rest of the world?”

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Author:Martin Jacques

“Syria is the proud heir of an ancient civilization that has a unique spectrum of minorities that encompasses Muslims and Christians of various denominations. There are at least ten such ethnic and religious groups.”

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Author:Ahmed H. Zewail

“Texan is what you are, not what you were or might be.”

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Author:Robert Ruark