Built-in self censorship

May 8, 2025

I created this site for the purpose of freely recording my thoughts that may be regulated in other public platforms (in China). However, I found even I could write anything I want here, I'm still worried about the potential consequences due to these opinions. So, there is just a formal "free of speech" here, and there seems to be a built-in self censorship inside we Chinese, even in a physical environment equipped with all the conditions.

I hide (delete) some articles in my blog that may cause unexpected consequences, not because I changed my opinions, but I'm afraid it will lead to troubles not only to myself, but also people around me, whom I value most. I hate this uncertainty due to the unbounded definition and the selective execution in law, which should not exist in a society with rule of law. It is just a compromise, and I still hope, someday we can express our thoughts at will, even in public platforms.