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Gao Zhisheng

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Gao Zhisheng is a prominent Chinese human rights lawyer known for defending individuals facing persecution by the Chinese government. He has been subjected to harassment, imprisonment, and torture due to his activism.

Related terms

Human Rights Abuse: Violations of basic human rights by governments or other entities.

Rule of Law: The principle that all people are subject to fair laws that are applied equally without favoritism or discrimination.

Persecution: The systematic mistreatment or punishment of individuals based on their beliefs, ethnicity, religion, or political views.

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  • AP Chinese - 6.1 Global Tensions and Human Rights in China

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