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Three Generations of Women Under Half the Sky
Across three generations, women confront patriarchy, corruption, exploitation, state power, family expectation, and the limits of a celebrated political promise.
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THREE GENERATIONS OF WOMEN UNDER HALF THE SKY (A FEATURE) OCTOBER 2021 135
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THREE GENERATIONS OF WOMEN UNDER HALF THE SKY 136 (A FEATURE)
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THREE GENERATIONS OF WOMEN UNDER HALF THE SKY 137 (A FEATURE) “Women Can Hold Up Half the Sky” By Mao Zedong in 1955 This statement was made by Mao in 1955 after China experienced wars of Anti-Japanese War started in 1930s, followed by the Civil War and the Korean War. In 1949, when he took over China, the nation was traumatized. It was the time to build a new China. It is not easy to discern whether his statement refers to liberating women or to using them. His statement could show intent to let women be involved in the movement to build a new China. A brand-new image could replace the old concepts of women practicing foot-binding and being the concubines of wealthy men. After all, this statement was used as a spiritual command to empower Chinese women whenever it was needed. EXT. GATE OF CHANGYUN (LONG-LAST LUCK) PRIVATE SCHOOL - DAY The loud whirring of cicadas can be heard. A big poster reading “Welcome New Teachers Joining Changyun (Long Last Luck) Private School 2000” is displayed behind the magnificent school gate. A China Post van arrives at the gate. A big bundle of newspapers and letters is tossed from the van to the doorstep of the Reception Office, by the gate. A pair of legs in black nylon stockings and high-heel shoes step to the bundle, followed by a pale hand with red fingernails picking up the delivery.