Today, the general masses in this society are in this political-social condition that really encourages people to become rich and become a star and be unique.
Ai WeiweiThis is a very general understanding of art in China, that being an artist can make you money and turn you into a star.
Ai WeiweiI often feel more disgust than pride about this kind of success. So there's no regret whatsoever.
Ai WeiweiOnce I was in New York, I completely had no interest for a long time in what happened in China because I had been through so much. Seeing my father's life struggle and so many whole generations lose their potential or possibility in their lives. Just being pushed into this political struggle and the damage done not only to their lives but their relatives.
Ai Weiwei