Mao used to think like HK young separatists

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    Mao noted that “why Hunan’s governance is in a mess is because its people cannot stand on their own and voice out their thoughts. Hunan people must decide their own fate in their own place without meddling from other provinces”. These words share exactly the same aspirations with Hong Kong youngsters.

    In the article, Mao explained his reasons for a Hunan republic: “The common fallacy is that only great powers can survive in the future but this notion is just about imperialism. China now calls itself a republic but its people have no idea about how a genuine republic is run and how to be a citizen in such a system. Places like Hunan, Sichuan, Guangdong, Fujian, Zhejiang and Hubei are all conquered and bullied by militants and these are all the sins of being a great power and crimes to the people. Calls for independence and self-autonomy are now loud and clear amid the rapidly evolving global landscape and one must disillusion himself the belief that provinces should stay unified to form a great power.

    “Separatism is the best solution. Each province should be allowed to explore its own path and decide its own fate. There are altogether 27 provincial administrative divisions in China, and the goal is to have 27 independent republics. For Hunan, the only answer is the Republic of Hunan and unless we have our resolution and mettle towards this goal, Hunan is hopeless

    red words were said by Mao:woot:

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    A young Mao Zedong was just like today’s Hong Kong youngsters. His ideal of an independent Hunan was envisioned to save the country as a whole and was for the interests of Hunan people and all Chinese.

    When Mao is portrayed as a symbol of progress, revolution and patriotism, why do we smear Hong Kong’s call for localism and independence? Shouldn’t those in power cherish young separatists in Hong Kong just like the way they honor and revere Mao?
     

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