Burma

Unlike the protests almost 20 years ago (I don't remember anything from then, I was too young, just heard this from the news), this time there is the internet. (From BBC)


The protests were sparked by the government's decision to double the price of fuel in the impoverished nation.


Dozens of protesters, including Buddhist monks, were injured, and at least 100 people have been arrested.


Some of the monks have reportedly urged civilians not to join in their demonstrations.


But some witnesses said civilians were shielding monks marching elsewhere in the city.

These monks are risking their lives for the people of their country. What are we Christians doing in our own world?? And when are we going to have that kind of influence/respect in any country?