Monthly Archives: February, 2009
Rohingyas “As ugly as ogres”
In recent news (give or take a week), a Burmese diplomat by the name of Ye Myint Aung at the Burmese Consulate in Hong Kong used very politically incorrect language … Continue reading
25 February 2009 · 2 Comments
Buddhism’s forebears in Burma
I apologize for my lack of frequent updates, as promised. I’ve been struggling to balance my schoolwork, which has gotten the worst of me. I have two midterms this Monday, … Continue reading
20 February 2009 · 2 Comments
Making a difference in the aftermath of Cyclone Nargis
I remember writing a letter to the editor to the Daily Bruin, my school newspaper once last year, right after Cyclone Nargis hit. Fueled by raw emotion, my belief in … Continue reading
13 February 2009 · 1 Comment
