These are nonviolent people who have lost their freedom simply because they expressed their ideas….In truth, they are heroes of our time.

China's culture and history are closely related to my living environment. This country is my birthplace. It is also where I grew up. Its culture and history shape my relations with family, friends, society, and daily life.

I always admire writers. My father was a writer, a poet. I always admire people who can clearly state their mind.

The rest of the world understands little about China's changes and the possibilities and crises that come with them.

Any design, any city, any kind of craziness or tragedy, it all comes from a long time of preparation.

I came back [to Beijing ] because that's the only time I had an excuse to come back, or otherwise I would never have a reason to come back.

If you don’t act, the danger becomes stronger.