<p>very few countries admit tw's indepedence for political reasons... but for individuals like us who have nothing to lose probably see TW and China as two separate entities altogether. I mean, they are so..... different.</p>
<p>taiwan and mainland is different, but taiwan is part of china, no matter how you look at it</p>
<p>cawaiigirl,</p>
<p>the problem you said is very true. There are rich and poor ppl in China. Actually, the problem is becoming severe as the gap between the rich and poor keep getting bigger. However, I would think there is also large gap between rich and poor in TW. Also be aware that being a politician in China doesn't mean being rich. Some of them are rich due to their corruption, but the richest ppl are mainly those who open their own businesses. Anyway, TW politicians also look quite decent on TV, don't they?</p>
<p>About the idea you mentioned, I believe it came from a famous guy who lived in Qing dynasty (yet I am not quite sure about his name. You can tell I didn't learn Chinese history very well). It was about 1900s, and China was a half-way colony. It's 21st century now, and China is growing to a global power. To such a big and influential country, both domestic and international affairs are important. In a way, domestic affairs are more important. It doesn't mean you shouldn't worry about international relationships.</p>
<p>I never said TW wants to be a part of China, and am not able to. Unfortunately, neither do you. You can only represent your opinion, not everyone else's. </p>
<p>There is one thing that always confuses me. How come everyone thinks China is a communist country? The communist party is on the stage doesn't mean the gov. is a communist gov. Actually, China is walking on a socialism road, which will eventually lead to capitalism. The authorities may not believe to the latter, but most of them believe in socialism. Heck, they even write that in the political science text book! Well, maybe they never made it clear to all the foreigners. Actually, capitalism is growing in places like Shanghai, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, and even Beijing. More and more state-owned firms are turning to private. More and more ppl are speaking up for their speech freedom. Ppl born in poor family can also become successful, if they stick to their dreams. Therefore, I don't think it's quite proper to say China is a communist country.</p>
<p>I admit it's very difficult to fight for your rights in China. You can protest, but you may get into jail. However, you can always fight if you want to. I am not saying there is liberty or democracy in China. My point is, you can always fight no matter where you are. It's just what the outcome will be. People in China don't have all the civil rights American have, such as speech freedom. However, the situation is gradually changing. Liberty and democracy will come.</p>
<p>The argument that Taiwan and China are different is vague. Different to what extension? HK and mainland are different. Beijing and Shanghai are different, too. It doesn't mean they need to be separated to different countries.</p>
<p>no existing nation is anywhere near pure capitalism, and in comparison, communism is even further. socialism is like, every single gov out there... except weak little countries that still have dictatorships, places where gov dont exist, and finally, antartica</p>