Interesting article in the Toronto Star on Sat, Oct 24th about the "human flesh search engine".
Some analysts suggest the web vigilantes actually help the government by giving them clear opportunities to relieve the pressure to do something about corruption.
Talk about "effective/timely communication".
This situation really demonstrates the power of the Web, even in China where the government tries to maintain tight controls on print and broadcast media (as well as the Internet).
However, it is quite possible the government feels uneasy about loss of control over the Internet.
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