Ok, so I can see the (semi) logic. The fact remains that on an international standpoint, this makes them look pretty damn bad.
Well...who cares? If there was a riot in Florida for independence and there was massive international outrage, would you think the US should give Florida independence?
I live in Florida and I'm upset that our primary doesnt count. Plus we all speak Spanish but the gringos quieren que hablemos ingles. VIVA LA REVOLUCION!
As far as the protests in China go, the Tibetans turned violent before the military got involved. Many Tibetans claim that the younger generation is disillusioned with the concept of peaceful protests, and it's a cause for concern in their society.
Atonichis, this will not lead to the downfall of China. The vast majority of Chinese people support their government in doing this, because they see it as a bunch of rowdy separatists being put in their place. They aren't going to say "Hey, Tibet is protesting. So should we!" Moreover, the motive for the riots is only found in Tibet, not in the rest of the country. Oh, and China is definitely NOT using the military to its capacity in quelling the protests. They have the most soldiers in the world, and soldiers are all that matter when putting down revolts (not planes or ships). China would never make that kind of deal with the US. China is no stranger to this. Tiananmen Square, anyone?
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