Wukan: The Flame of Democracy
Late in 2011, Wukan, a village in southern China, captured international attention when demonstrators flooded the streets, rebelling against decades of corrupt rule. Despite the hurdles, the unthinkable happened in Wukan – the village committee fell and democratic elections were announced. But, what happens after a successful uprising?
Wukan: After The Uprising – Documenting An Experiment In Democracy
What happens after an uprising? The celebrations end and the hard work of governance begins. And whether it be on a scale as vast as Egypt's, or in a Chinese fishing village, the transition is often difficult and fraught with risk. In Wukan, the same activists who fought so bravely for change must continue to...
