The IT people who have made such an effort to know and understand computer technology. They are frustrated that you cannot use Facebook, Twitter and YouTube in China. They are the first to recognize that the situation is terrible.

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.

If I look at it, I would laugh. I don't know how I became successful.

I spent a lot of time standing on street corners [of New York City] talking to local residents. I spent time in bookstores and galleries. But most of the time, I really did not have much to do.

The Internet changes the structure of society all the time — this massiveness made of individuals.

China seems unpredictable because it has a distinct culture and social system. It is still a mystery to other parts of the world, even though the veil of China has been lifted many times as a result of globalization.

Say what you say plainly, and then take responsibility for it.