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Better life Quote by Jung Chang

“China is more prosperous than before. The people have better lives but they are not happy and confident because the scars are still there.” quote by Jung Chang — Download Open image

“China is more prosperous than before. The people have better lives but they are not happy and confident because the scars are still there.”

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