Tiananmen Square

A fuller understanding of the two episodes suggests that the protests today have moved beyond any kind of sequel to the events of 1989.

The main differences boil down to experiences of freedom, realism, and technology.

China's leaders made some cold-blooded calculations before sending in the tanks. Their choices still echo today.

While some people tried to commemorate June 4, the Chinese authorities updated censorship techniques.

A newly declassified transcript provides insight into a fascinating point in U.S.-China relations.

Beijing's treatment of history should be scrutinized as well.

The 1985 U.S.-China civil nuclear cooperation agreement will likely be renewed after passing the review of U.S. lawmakers.

In cracking down on the likes of women's activists, the CCP risks a much larger political crisis.

Hong Kong's protests are similar to movements in China in the 1980s, but mainland students won't be protesting anytime soon.

The outcome of Hong Kong's Umbrella Revolution is more likely to resemble Wukan than Tiananmen.

The real wild card in assessing whether Tiananmen Square could happen today is the role of social media