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“I meant that the Chinese people are not aware of their own entrapment. They believe they live in a free society, but don't realize how much they are being monitored and controlled, how much the information they receive is restricted and warped, until they step out of line, that is, and feel the heavy hand of the state fall on them.”

Quote by Ma Jian

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Ma Jian, born on August 18, 1953, is a contemporary Chinese writer known for his unique perspective and profound humanistic concerns. His works, such as 'Ma Jian's Short Story Collection', are highly regarded. more

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