Independence of the Judicial System, Celebration of Democracy, and the Tai Ji Men Case
The Judicial Day 2024 and the presidential elections in Taiwan should offer an opportunity to finally solve a case that has lasted for more than 27 years. by Karolina Maria Kotkowska An article already published in Bitter Winter on January 12th, 2024. Chinese and...
When Human Rights Become Human Wrongs
Non-democratic “Before States,” unlike democratic “After States,” crack down on religions they regard as dangerous “before” they commit any crime. The Tai Ji Men case proves the distinction is not clear-cut. Eileen Barker* *A paper presented at the 2024 Judicial Day...
The Rule of Law, Freedom of Religion or Belief, and the Tai Ji Men Case
The expression “rule of law” was first used in the 17th century in connection with freedom of religion or belief. This connection is still crucial today. by Massimo Introvigne* *A paper presented at the 2024 Judicial Day Forum “Review and Vision of Judicial...
The Sad Story of the Tai Ji Men Lainan Street Academy in Kaohsiung
On January 6, international scholars visited yet another testimony of the injustice of the Tai Ji Men case. by Massimo Introvigne An article already published in Bitter Winter on January 28th, 2024. The dilapidated Lainan Street Academy today. All...