Originally Posted by
mosburger
I saw one commentator with substantial China knowledge mention a campaign to reduce the number of foreigners living and working in China is underway.
Hence the need to inflame local sentiments and point out non-Chinese as people with low morals and corrupt behaviour, as opposed to the law abiding local citizens and officials.
Yes, and what a coincidence that this campaign was formulated and publicized at a time of political turmoil at the top Chinese leadership. Kill the Foreigners is a time-honored diversionary tactic. Too bad most ordinary Chinese are stupid and brainwashed enough to fall for it.