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Send Chen Guangcheng a Personal Note

6-6-2012

By Marc Jayson Climaco
New Media Content Specialist

Last week, Human Rights First and our friends sent Secretary Hillary Clinton a letter urging her to make human rights a priority in U.S.-China diplomacy.

For someone like the self-trained lawyer Chen Guangcheng, your support means a lot. Weeks after his brave escape from the Chinese authorities, Mr. Chen’s family and friends continue to be harassed and threatened by the Chinese government. His nephew is unable to even meet with his own lawyer.

Now safe in New York, Mr. Chen plans to continue his human rights advocacy while studying law and remains committed to challenging repression in China through the legal system.

Help us welcome Chen Guangcheng to the United States by sending him a note of support via the comments section below. We will hand deliver your messages along with a welcome basket.

Mr. Chen’s bravery brought attention to the struggles of lawyers and activists in China and inspired people everywhere.

Hop on our welcome wagon and send Mr. Chen a personal note. Write your message below along with your name, city, and state.


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  • Rayleen Nunez

    Dear Guangcheng,

    I hope you enjoy the United States. As you will find out, we have our struggles to end oppression here, too.
    However, there is much beauty and many friendly people of good heart. I pray for your success in your studies and hope that no harm comes to you or your family while you are here. Walk in peace and love, my brother! Rayleen Gaudet Nunez

    • Naomi Hauser

      Welcome to the U.S.! I have followed your story for years now and have admired your strength and bravery. Godspeed in the U.S. and blessings to your family.

      Austin, Texas

  • Patrick Laffey

    Welcome and Best wishes
    Ottawa, Canada

  • Sandy Irving

    I admire your bravery and courage. Welcome–

  • Timothy A. Spong

    Welcome to America! I’m glad you are safe here, and wish you success in your studies. Also, I hope your nephew will soon be able to meet with his lawyer and harassment of him by government minions will cease.

    Houston, Del.

  • http://www.diannepost.net Dianne Post

    Thank you for your bravery from all lawyers everywhere who stand up for justice.

  • Miriam Allred

    Welcome to the United States. I admire so much your bravery in standing up for your fellow people’s human rights.

  • Rev. Diana F. SCholl

    Many of us in the US have followed your story and supported you however we can in your struggle for human rights in China. I’m glad to know you are safe and able to study but sad that your relatives are still experiencing the oppressive side of Chinese politics. I hope you are able to return one day to help your country grow into a place of tolerance and compassion.

  • Suzanne Unger

    Welcome! And many thanks for your human rights work in China which heartens your fellow lawyers. We pledge our continued support of your human rights advocacy and of your efforts to secure the safety of your relatives and colleagues.

  • Eric

    Thanks for standing up for human rights no matter the cost.

  • Aurea Walker

    I respect and honor your courage and bravery in the face of such tremendously powerful forces! Thank you for being a man of honor and inspiring others to stand their ground!

    Sche sche née

  • james keats

    USA welomes you

  • Judy Cali

    Mr. Chen, you, your family & mission are in my prayers.
    May all your dreams unfold with lots of loving & effective support. May Peace prevail on Earth in all Hearts. Bless you & your work.

  • Liliane Demers

    Dear Mr Cheng

    Welcome to North America (I live in Canada) Please continue your good work and take your law studies with seriousness, they will give you better munitions against people and states that do not respect human rights.

  • Judi and LeRoy Poulson

    You are very brave. I admire you.
    Good luck now in your law studies.

  • Helen Edwards

    Welcome to the USA. May you experience the adventures, the freedom and the friendliness of your new home.

  • Firelei

    Welcome to America, I hope you can experience freedom of speech here and someday people enduring what you went through will have the same opportunity. Best wishes.

  • Albert Zook

    My we come together in spite of our governments.

  • Stephen Cardwell

    I am a Mechanical Design Draughtsman from the United Kingdom.

    I am so pleased that you are now safely in the US. You are doing a great job.

  • Dr. Abdelilah Bouasria

    Welcome to the US Mr. Chen. Best wishes.

  • Christine Roane

    Your courage is inspiring. Wishing you all good things.

  • Judith Wheeler

    Welcome to the US – I admire and respect what you have accomplished and hope we can provide a good atmosphere for you to continue your education and fight!

  • Patrick Hansel

    We are so honored by your courage and willingness to speak the truth. Keep up the good work!

  • Tarun Bedi

    Dear Mr. Cheng,

    Wellcome to one of the biggest democracies in the world. I deeply admire yor courageous stand for human rights against a very cruel regime. Please don’t forget the brutal repression of the Uyghur and Tibetan people in China. Wishing you the very best and success with your studies and new adventure.

  • Patricia Liske

    Welcome to the USA! May you begin to fulfill your dreams, and my you continue to hold fast to those dreams, and the principles that brought you here. May you always walk in peace.

  • thewombat

    Welcome to the U.S.; I admire your courage.

    That being said, don’t be too critical of our government, or it will start to feel like you’re back in China again.

  • Andrew Patton

    Dear Mr. Chen Guangcheng,

    Best of luck with your struggles. It is hard for me to imagine how frustrating it must be to be in your situation, but I hope now that you are in the United States, things will settle down and you will get a chance to resolve the many challenges you currently face. I fully support you in your human rights work, as do millions of other American and Chinese people, of course.

    Welcome! We wish you our very best.

  • Dina Wilson

    You are a hero. Thank you for your work and dedication. Peace to you and your family and friends and compatriots.

  • R Simmons

    I applaud your brave actions, I wish you all the best in your fight against oppression.

  • Judith Mitchell

    Dear Mr. Chen — You are a shining example of moral fortitude and courage; welcome to the United States! I admire what you stand for.

    Please include the people of Tibet in your work for human rights, and accept my very best and warmest wishes for a fulfilling new life in the United States! It is an honor to have you here.

  • http://www.csclawyers.org Martin Flaherty

    Welcome to New York! You are a true inspiration. You honor us with your presence and your dedication to promote the rule of law and fundamental rights.

  • Robert Winkler

    Mr. Chen, may your courage and conviction be an inspiration to people all over the world.

  • Pamela Stanczak

    Hello Mr. Chen.. Welcome to the USA, I Hope Everything goes Good for you.. Im Happy for you vthat you were able to escape from China.. I Wish that one day your family will be able to join you.. Take Care and much Happiness to You..

  • Elizabeth Hughes Guillem

    WELCOME and BEST WISHES !!!

  • Joni Bommelyn

    Welcome to NY Chen and thank you for your
    boldness…May we all pray for a change in consciousness not only in China but all over the world and you are definitely a start.

  • Shirley Hudleson

    Welcome to America.
    We are honored to have a man of your courage & compassion in our Country.

  • Janne Poort – van Eeden

    Dear Mr. Cheng,

    I very much admire your brave action and your stand for human rights. I hope your family, and many other Chinese activists will be able to live in peace.
    Wishing you all the success in your life, and peace in the world and in yourself.

  • tammy hickman

    Welcome
    I applaud your bravery and your commitment to the cause of freedom and human rights for all.

  • James McConkey

    Welcome to America Mr. Cheng. God bless you and be with you and your family!!

  • Jennavieve

    Your actions are an inspiration towards all people working to improve human rights. I hope that you cintnue to be a symbol of change fir the people of China–Never give up your fight for social justice.

  • Donna Marie Pearson

    Good Luck and best wishes. I hope you like it here.

  • Pj Maybruck

    Welcome to you and your family. We are thankful you were able to leave the oppression of your country.

  • Malaika

    Hello Mr. Guangcheng:

    I always have great admiration for people like you…. human beings who are not afraid to stand up for what’s right, no matter the consequences. Without people like you, this world would be much more corrupt than it already is. I honor your courage and pray for the safety and security of your family. I myself feel that I am destined to work for change for the greater good. Although I have not yet gained enough courage to fight that fight at the front lines, men and women like you inspire me to take one step closer everyday. God Bless and Keep You.

  • http://www.tampacigarclub.coml Pedro Galvez

    Glad you and your family are now safely here and able to continue your fight for human rights against an oppressive communist regime. After twenty-seven years in Cuba under the Castros’ tyranny I am familiar with the harsh conditions of the life of ordinary citizens under such a regime and admire your courage for making a stand against the oppression. Welcome to the land of the free!

  • Delia Barrett

    My prayers are with you and your family and friends as they continue to struggle against injustice and harassment. May you always find a means to communicate with your beloved back home.

  • Claudia Mackey

    Welcome to the United States! I hope that your stay here is pleasant and that you excel in your studies. I admire your bravery in standing up for human rights. The U.S. is still struggling to ensure that human rights are respected in this country as well. Best wishes in everything you do.

  • Kristina Lim

    Welcome!
    Your courageous work is an inspiration to us all.

  • John Weinstein

    Welcome. It is unfortunate that you could not have seen the U.S. before Reagan, when it was still a functioning democracy instead of the oligarcho-kleptocracy it has become, particularly in the past 10 years.

  • Jose Ricardo Bondoc

    It is truly astounding how a man without sight has demonstrated true vision.

  • George Darling

    You’re an inspiration to us who have to overcome seemingly insurmountable difficulties to do what we believe in.

  • David Matsui

    Dear Mr. Cheng,
    Thank you for your bravery and willingness to be an advocate for these oppressed peoples. I hope that your wife and child are doing well. China is a great nation, but still has a lot oppression like many nations. I will continue to listen for any news on you and will keep you in my prayers. Know that I will be thinking of you often and hope that your journey goes well. Also if you happen to see him anytime soon, tell Mr. Gary Locke that Washington says hello and we miss having him here.
    -David M.

  • Kathryn Lustig

    Welcome to New York Mr. Cheng!

    As a member of Amnesty International, I’ve been following your case for a while and writing letters on your behalf. and am so happy that you, your wife and your children have made it here safely and that you can rest and study after your long ordeal in China. I know that family members and friends at home continue to be harassed by local authorities. Please know that many Americans support you work for human rights and will stand with you to secure the safety of your loved ones. Please don’t falter in your fight for human rights. Your voice is important!

  • Kathryn Lustig

    Welcome to New York Mr. Cheng!

    As a member of Amnesty International, I’ve been following your case for a while and writing letters on your behalf. I am so happy that you, your wife and your children have made it here safely and that you can rest and study after your long ordeal in China. I know that family members and friends at home continue to be harassed by local authorities. Please know that many Americans support you work for human rights and will stand with you to secure the safety of your loved ones. Please don’t falter in your fight for human rights. Your voice is important!

  • http://www.truesurvivors.org Larkin Sinnott

    Mr. Cheng-

    You are not only courageous but also compassionate and such is a great combo! I truly applaud all your efforts. Keep at it as long as you can!

    Larkin

    True Survivors
    http://www.truesurvivors.org
    …every day is a brand new day…

  • Dorelle Webster

    Wecome to North America, Mr. Chen,
    Your courageous efforts for justice are inspiring. I wish you the best and will keep your family in my prayers.

  • Lisa Killeen

    Dear Mr. Cheng,

    Welcome to the USA! Like millions of Americans, I watched anxiously your escape from house arrest and later arrival in America. We are so happy that you and your family have survived these past few years and been able to come here to live and study freely. You have fought and continue to fight for the lives and rights of people who cannot fight alone. For this, you are truly a hero and man of honor.

    The coming months will sometimes be very difficult as you and your family adapt to life in New York. You have survived so much! I know that you will continue to both survive and thrive now. Please know that there are so many of us who are hoping and praying that you and your family find peace, happiness, kindness and support in your time here.

    With kind regards -

  • Marjorie King

    Dear Mr. Chen,

    I closely follow events in China and join others in congratulating you on your harrowing escape from the village in Shandong province. I know that many Chinese people would also support you if they only could learn the complete story. Best wishes to you and your family as you begin your legal studies in the U.S. You will be a key asset to China as the Communist Party leadership changes in the upcoming years.

  • Catherine Janeway

    God bless you and your family. Your courage and caring are beautiful.

  • Peg Boucher Murphy

    Dear Mr. Cheng,

    I don’t know if you realize it, but you are an inspiration for and hero to people all over the world – people who value freedom and human rights, and also people who have
    disabilities.

    Thank you, and I hope your time here in the U.S. is everything you could have hoped for.

    Peg

  • Michael B. Rollo

    I would like to commend you for your conviction in your beliefs. The history of the brutal and impersonal means that the PRC has used to enforce the one-child policy is appalling.

    What is not known outside China is the fact that those in high positions aren’t restricted by the one-child policy and those who have funds to travel to Hong Kong, California, or elsewhere can bear more children. This breeds great resentment among the general Chinese population.

    Having said these things, I firmly believe in a woman’s right to choose whether to bear a child or not. I also believe that Chinese population is so dangerously high that the country will suffer long-term environmental effects related to pollution and water shortages without a fairly administered policy that applies to all.

    I also find the allowance for two children among those in rural areas or among those who are members of ethnic minorities to be very odd. Documenting this smacks of Nazism. I know of many cases (have lived and worked in China 8 1/2 years) in which a Han is married to someone of another ethnicity and irregularities, inconsistencies, and unfairness occur.

    I was heartened to read of a Tiananmen Square activist making a statement to the BBC two days ago in which he stated that the Chinese political system is like an apple rotting from the inside with the outside appearing palatable but inedible nonetheless. I could not agree more. I saw CCTV9 shutdown in Lanzhou the minute that victory in Iraq occurred. I have had three unannounced police visits to my home on Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings at two different addresses. I have had my computer zapped for unknown reasons. I was also harassed and delayed in getting a work visa for unknown reasons in Guangzhou during the summer of 2011. Although I have never been physically harmed, I have been psychologically harmed and as a result I will pray for the dissolution of the PRC until the day that it occurs and until such time as its breakup mirrors that of the former Soviet Union so that communist ideology and support for it can be eradicated from the planet in perpetuity.

  • Kathy Slaughter

    Thank you for your courage. I hope you are able to continue to fight the repression in China from here.

  • Michael Owen

    Welcome to New York.

  • http://skytouch.ca Charles Huang

    Hi Mr. Chen,

    I have following your store since late April and I was very deeply concern!

    I hope you enjoy your new life in US and I wish you all the best and your continuing fight for human right in China.

    Charles Huang

  • DAVID LAIRD

    WELCOME TO THE U.S.

  • http://www.materialtruth.com Mari

    Thank you for standing up for social justice & human rights. You are a true inspiration!

  • http://shartling88@hotmail.com Sue K

    Welome to our country! I am deeply touched by your story. Many here are praying for you and your family in China and for the Chinese authorities,as well.

  • Nye Ffarrabas

    Mr Cheng,You are a welcome addition to these shores. May you, with your courage, tenacity, and vision, be a bold and fearless example to people in this country. Teach us that a democracy does not stand by itself, but must always be re-understood, re-envisioned, and nurtured by its people.

    Nobody else is going to do it for us and if we forget this, it will vanish before the forces of greed, corruption, and power politics. Thus is a rogue nation born. Democracy is not something that we ‘have,’ but something that we must DO – to the best of our ability – every day. Help us to understand our duty and to show up even when it is inconvenient and we would rather not!

    And PLEASE don’t forget the Tibetan people! I pray for their safety, and for that of your family.

  • John Sanders

    You Rock! Stay here in the US–china SUCKS!

  • William DuSold

    Welcome to the United States Mr.Chen. Your actions are inspiring to me. I wish you all the best. You will get to meet other people in our nation from all walks of life.

  • K. Bandell

    …with felicitous vibrations and with wishes for the fulfillment not only of personal but also of universal dreams….
    …may you and may all people be allowed to fully to live and to live fully….
    …please take care and as always in peace….

  • Julio Sanchez

    Dear Mr. Cheng:

    Welcome to the United States!!! It so happens that when so many men remain silent when they witness injustice and oppression, other men, like you, speak with the voice of many. I hope that your stay in the United States will allow you to regain the strentgh to continue the struggle for justice and peace.

  • Mary Pilafian

    I greatly admire your courage in standing up for human rights. May you and your family experience the freedom, safety, and peace that everyone deserves. Welcome to the United States, and best wishes for your continued success in your studies and promotion of justice.

  • Marc Beschler

    I hope you enjoy your time in our country. Your courage is an inspiration, both to those in your homeland who hope to overcome that nation’s obvious human rights problems and those of us here who are combatting our own oppressive forces of a less overtly dangerous but far more subversive nature.

  • Shawna Murray MD

    Mr Cheng:

    Please bring some backbone to the American people!

    Thanks for your demonstrations of strength.

  • Raymond Mathiesen

    Welcome to the West. I hope you find the experience enjoyable and rewarding. You have many friendly people here on your side. Wishing you all the best.

  • Helena

    Best regards and take care!

  • Annabelle Yap

    Mr Chen,

    Your unwavering determination to voice out on human rights issue is inspiring. Your courage is an admirable trait. It is great that your visit to the US has shown the world about the oppressive human rights movement in China. We pray that your actions, despite being a stepping stone will help achieve a milestone change in china. Please take this time to REST well, you have battled hard!

    Welcome to the USA, and enjoy yourself. Best wishes to you and your family.

    p/s: i’m doing a presentation in international law class on you and human rights in china next week! :)

    Cheers
    Annabelle Yap
    Malaysian scholar studying Bachelor of Laws in Bond University, Gold Coast, Australia

  • Mary Robertson

    Writing from the UK, I wish you all the very best for your life in America. Thank you for all that you’ve done to keep hope alive.

  • Caroline Branca

    Welcome to the US! Your courage is an inspiration to us all. We wish you an experience here that confirms your faith in your convictions of human rights for all!

  • Beth Hatfield

    Welcome to New York! My thoughts are with your family and friends who continue to be oppressed in China. Thank you for inspiring us to remain committed to justice and human rights worldwide.

  • J. Gao

    欢迎光明和真诚来到山顶上闪耀的城市！
    Welcome the Brightness and Sincerity come to the Shinning City on a Hill!

    P.S.: Guangcheng in English meaning Brightness and Sincerity

  • Beth Norwood

    Hello and welcome to the United States of America! I hope you will have many happy times here. :)

  • Kathleen Masser

    Wishing you all the best in your new home. Your courage and commitment are an inspiration.

  • J. McGeary

    Welcome to the States, sir! I hope you have nothing but good fortune and the ability to pursue your studies and dreams of freedom and justice from here on out.

  • E. Metitiri

    Welcome and best of luck! You are an inspiration for human rights activists worldwide.

  • Leslie

    Welcome to the U.S. We are far from perfect and need plenty of reminders to get back to our values. I wish you and your family the best.

  • Jim Pierson

    Welcome. Thanks for doing what you did. Keep working for human rights.

  • Edward de Boo

    You pay us an undeserved compliment with your wish to be here. Come teach our citizenry a few things about courage, integrity, and intelligence.

  • FRANCISCO MERCADO

    Welcome to America, we are far from perfect but we are working to make the future great for all our citizens and eventually the world.

  • Tiffany

    Dear Guangcheng,

    Thank you for your bravery and fight for human rights. We welcome you and want to let you know that we are praying for your family (especially your Nephew) who remain in China. May the Lord bring them protection and peace.

  • Adele Winston

    Very good luck for the future.

  • Martha Cook

    Welcome! My family wishes yours a safe, happy, and successful new life here. The world needs human rights champions and I know you are one of the most passionate seekers of justice for your people. I know many will benefit from your work.

    Best wishes
    Martha
    Chicago, IL

  • Ann Corrin

    Thank you for your commitment to the life and liberty of others. We will stand with you in your fight for human rights for all. We have much work to do in the world as well as here in the United States.

  • Anne Erikson

    We are all deeply moved that you choose coming here and hope that it fulfills all your expectations and dreams. That your family may be allowed to join you in the future. Best, Toddie Erikson

  • Andrew McKeon

    Dear Mr. Chen, May your courage and perseverance be an example to people everywhere – and may your stay here in the U.S. enlighten us Americans as to the responsibilities of freedom.

  • Bede Baldry

    YES, YOU CAN! Welcome to the USA.

  • TC

    Hello and welcome.

  • Russ Randle

    Welcome to the United States! I am grateful to you for your brave efforts to champion the rule of law. You set a great example for attorneys like me to follow. You and your family remain in our prayers for your safety and success. With all best wishes, Faithfully, Russ Randle

  • Martin Leipert

    good luck for you and best wishes from Berlin!

  • Dottie Stovetr

    Welcome to the US.
    May your time here be one of safety not only for you but for your family as well.
    You’re an inspiration to us all.
    Blessing be yours.

  • Mikki Chalker

    Welcome and best wishes for your future endeavors.

  • Anne

    Deqr Mr. Guangcheng: Welcome to the US!!! I hope that you can continue to do your wonderfu work here and I am wishing you all the best.:-)

  • rachel magr

    welcome! i admire your courage. thank you for being a true inspiration to human rights advocates. best wishes.

  • bruce cohen

    Welcome to the United States-may your visit be rewarding !

  • Amy Perrin

    Welcome to the USA! Wishing you a wonderful life in your new home! :)

  • teresa emmanuel

    Mr. Chen,
    I’m so happy you and your family got out. I will pray for the ones you left behind, for your nephew, and the family and the soul of Li Wangyang.

  • Erich Rutten

    Thank you for standing up for human rights, for women, and for the unborn. I agree with you that we can not allow a program of forced abortions.

  • Rose Sena

    Glad you are free and in the United States welcome to you hope your family is with you. May your stay in our country be all that you dreamed about.
    Welcome to you in the city of New York
    Please continue to work for freedom for all countries of the world.

  • Karin Sjostrand

    I write from Sweden and I wish you the best of luck in
    your new life.

  • Tonya

    Welcome and we applaud your efforts!

  • The Kaplan Karnovsky Family

    Welcome to New York, Mr. Chen! We have admired your work for a long time and we hope that someday you can return to China to help the people there. We hope that you enjoy your time as a New Yorker. We are proud to have you here!

    歡迎來到紐約，陳先生！我們非常欣賞你的工作很長一段時間，我們希望有一天可以回到中國，以幫助那裡的人民。我們希望您享受您的時間，作為一個紐約客。我們很榮幸有你在這裡！

  • Bruce John Anderson

    Mr. Guangcheng,
    The moral fiber and character traits that are within you inspires us all.

    May tour inner strength and courage always guide you.

    We assuredly with heart felt feeling, welcome you.

    Pals Always,
    BJA

  • Randi Hamer

    Thank you for being you.

  • Jeanet Groenink

    Hello Chen Guangcheng<

    I am glad to hear that your situation has changed for the better; Some years ago I heard about you, through Amnesty International,I hope the US government grants you a permit to stay!

  • Marietta Thompson

    Welcome! Your courage is to be admired! You give hope to many who are struggling and feel that victory in their challenge, battle or cause is unattainable!

  • Sara and Thacker Higgins

    Hello Mr. Chen -
    Welcome to the US!
    The struggle for freedom doesn’t end until everyone enjoys the same set of rights and responsibilities. As you probably know, no country is immune to the challenges of freedom – nevertheless, we hope you will thrive in our country, and that your family will be able to join you soon.
    Best Wishes!

  • Phil Crabill

    Thanks for caring so much and for your bravery!! Welcome to the U.S.

  • Marjorie Streeter

    Welcome! We admire your courage, and we look forward to the day when China and the US can work together for the good of people everywhere.

  • Barbara Zaha

    Welcome Chen Guangcheng!

    Thank you for all you have to advance human rights. Know our thoughts, prayers, and positive energy are all being directed to you and your family at this time.

    Much love,

    Barbara

  • Allen Sokal

    Best of luck in your continuing pursuit of human rights. And thank you for focusing the attention of the world on the denial of those rights in China.

  • http://wingsofbreath.org Anita Coolidge

    I honor you for your actions and trust that you and your family are safe. You deserve sanctuary. Your way has inspired many — yes, peace is possible.

  • Andrew Woitkoski

    Welcome to the United States! I’m very happy you arrived safely and I wish the best for your family. Good luck!

  • julie Amato

    A hardy WELCOME, Mr. Cheng!

    We are honored to have you here, and thank you greatly for your inspiration for all of us to continue our commitment to Human rights. You are an Angel…

    Many Blessings,
    Julie

  • Amy G.

    Welcome, and may you find happiness and good fortune here!

  • Paul Oostenbrug

    Dear Chen,

    I hope that your time in our country is productive and makes you stronger. You are a true inspiration – courage under fire – to continue doing the right people for those who cannot pressure the regime on their own.

  • Dawn Smith

    We are pleased to have you in our country and we can
    learn a lot from you…Your courage is exemplary and
    your family must be very proud of you!

    I hope that your stay will be a pleasant one and that
    you will get the opportunity to see different areas
    of our country. We are not perfect either and we
    still have a long way to go in equality but we are
    trying…People like you remind us; however, of how
    fortunate we really are.

    Once, again we wish you well…

  • michael guyette

    Welcome to your new home!

  • John Sullivan

    Thank you for so courageously standing against oppression and the deprivation of the most fundamental of rights. And thank you for reminding us that, despite the foibles and mistakes of the United States, there is still a lot we do right, a lot to appreciate and defend – even if it costs us market share and some prosperity. Welcome.

  • Gloria Hatrick

    May you flourish in the USA and help to make it, too, a better place.

  • John Hanes

    Welcome and take care. You and your family are in my prayers.

    John

  • John

    Congratulations and welcome, you have been courageous and determined, stand firm and be well.

    All the best,
    John O’

  • hussein alotaibi

    with our support from Jordan and from our Lawyers for Defending Human Rights Society

  • Justin Bailey

    Welcome to the United States!

  • Rodney

    Guangcheng,

    your bravery is beyond comparison, and I am amazed at your incredible ability to escape from your prison, despite your lack of sight. You’re an inspiration for freedom-fighters everywhere.

    Thank you for modeling how we should act toward our own government, and for helping the U.S.A. to put its own best foot forward in the struggle for human rights.

  • Margaret McIntyre

    Welcome to New York. Your courage and dedication are inspirational. May you and your family remain safe and strong!
    Margaret McIntyre
    New York, New York

  • Sue Pecaut Stark

    I am thrilled you are coming here. Please stay FOREVER.

  • Christine Sepulveda

    Welcome Sir! You are a very brave and inspiring person! You are a great example of a citizen stepping up to speak out for what is wrong, and actively doing what you can to help make things better for everyone. I am inspired to do more, and I believe you have inspired many others as well. Thank you. Namaste.

  • Caitlin St. John

    Dear Mr. Chen,

    Welcome to the United States. I am happy for you that you have escaped your situation in China and hope that your life in the US will live up to your hopes.

  • Shambhala W.

    Welcome Guangcheng:

    Thank you for doing the good work. I hope you able to build a global alliance of social justice and civil rights thinkers and activists. As you may already have learned, America is also a space of pervasive injustice and oppression. Yet, if we all work together, we can promote justice and change state and civil policies and practices everywhere for everyone, not only for citizens of China and/or the United States.

  • Diana

    Welcome Chen, I hope the U.S. treats you well.
    Your fighting the good fight, and you have our
    support, we admire your dedication and courage.

  • Ben Thomas

    Welcome to the United States of America! I hope that you can find better success here in challenging the restrictive Chinese government and that the Chinese government will soon stop harassing your family and friends.

    I wish you the best!

  • Eve

    Thank you for standing up for human rights!

  • Sally

    Thank you for your example of courage–welcome to the US. We are not perfect, but most of us are kind and hard-working. I hope you will find peace and encouragement here.

  • Paul Jordan

    Dear Mr. Chen,

    Like many, I am happy that you are now here in the United States. We are a young nation with a founding tradition of liberty, although — as you will find out — not everything is perfect here either. Not only China, but the whole world needs people of your motives, methods and bravery to push, everywhere, at the frontiers of liberty. In your case I hope that this will include becoming an advocate for the liberties of people in Tibet and for the freedom of that country to pursue and sustain its own culture, religion(s) and language. I hope also that your family will be safe and that you will successfully pursue your legal — and English! — studies here, which can provide you with sharper “weapons” and resources in the struggle for the people of China and for all of us.
    Paul Jordan, New Haven, CT

  • tasunka maza

    welcome to the american experience.
    I hope you will continue to try to make the world impeccable with every new action.
    Thank you for keeping our minds thinking.

  • Ana Herrera

    Dear Mr. Guangcheng:

    I like to welcome you and your family to USA. May God bless you all

  • Philip Kerler

    Welcome to the US and NY! I wish you and your family a safe haven and much success. I understand you may bet a US law degree at NYU Law School. I graduated from there myself-they trained me well.
    I am now a legal editor not practing law but I use my lefgal knowledge every day.
    God Bless,
    Philip Kerler

  • Jean Barker

    I admire your courage and faithful call for justice. Many are with you in spirit seeking justice. May your studies be of help.

  • http://www.gwu.edu Quadir Amiryar

    Welcome to the United States. You might be able to help your community far more compared with China. This is an opportunity to observe the processes and practice of certain freedoms in action.
    Wish you all the best with your studies and the way that you want to awaken your community as one of your ideals.

  • Peter Shrock

    Welcome to the United States. Don’t forget to have fun in New York City!

  • Debra Watspm

    Chen Guangcheng you truly are ‘Brightness and Sincerity’. I admire your bravery and you deserve to live a fair and just life. Welcome to the USA from Canada!

  • Jean Barker

    I admire your courage and faithful call for justice. May your life in the U.S. bring you help and hope and direction.

  • moshe

    Inspiring courage. So we are inspired and need to help continuing the work.

  • Dave Mitchell

    HAPPY you escaped!

  • Spirit

    Namaste.

  • Lynn Crandall

    Welcome to this country. As you will see we have many issues here that are similar – just better hidden. You, as well as all of those who care about human rights and justice for people in all countries, are much needed. I wish you every success.

  • Cheryl Dzubak

    Welcome. We applaud what you are doing for your people in China.

  • Leland Wilson

    My prayer is that you will find the strength to remain nonviolent in your witness to justice and peace.

  • http://www.linkedin.com/in/yangbodu Yangbo Du

    Best wishes to you as you keep up your campaign for universal rights.

    Cheers from a social entrepreneur in New York City

  • Justin Coburn

    Welcome to the beacon on the hill.

  • Judy Allen

    You are a great example of bravery and strength. May your life be blessed.

  • Edwina Henriquez

    Dear mr. Chen,

    With admiration and a feeling of relief I learned that you are safe now in the US. I thank you for showing the world how one human rights lawyer can stand up against a big country like China. I wish your PhD study in the US. With my best regards,
    Edwina Henriquez, International Human Rights Lawyer living in Aruba

  • Nancy Weatherwax

    Dear Mr. Chen,

    Welcome to the U.S.! Your commitment to human rights is an inspiration to people all over the world. Thank you for your actions of courage and words of truth.

    Nancy Weatherwax

  • judith pearson

    You demonstrate the bravery that we all hope for in times of repression.
    Welcome to America and may your work flourish.

  • Edwina Henriquez

    Dear mr. Chen,
    With admiration and a feeling of relief I learned that you are safe now in the US. I would like to thank you for showing the world how one human rights lawyer can stand up against a big country like China. I wish you luck with your PhD study in the US. With my best regards,
    Edwina Henriquez, International Human Rights Lawyer living in Aruba

  • Arl Sen

    Dear Mr. Chen–

    Welcome. It is such an honor to have you teaching in the US. I so admire your great courage and caring. I wish for safety and freedom for you and your whole family, and all the Chinese people.

  • Marcia Bailey

    We respect your courage, and we’re glad that you were able to come to the US. We hope your life here will be rewarding.

  • Zeljko Cipris

    A warmest welcome to you, and the very best of luck to you and your family!

    Cordially,

    Zeljko Cipris

  • Phil Foord

    Thankyou for your bravery and fine example to all of us who wish freedom for all peoples in all countries.
    Phil

  • Ranjith Kulatilake

    I admire your immense courage and standing up to injustice back in China! That was truly incredible! I do hope you will have the same courage and enthusiasm to stand up against social injustices and the rights of marginalized people wherever you are!

  • Elene Gusch

    We hope you will find everything you are looking for here, that your family will be safe, and that both China and the US will become more and more tolerant and free countries.

  • Rolando Rodriguez

    Bienvenido, amigo y hermano.

  • Karen

    So glad you’re here! Welcome and may God continue to bless you.

  • Nancy McCollum

    Welcome to the United States. It is good to have another fighter for human rights in our country. I hope everyone you meet will be kind and helpful.

  • Jeffery Hokans

    Welcome to the USA !

  • Stephen Vandivere

    Welcome to our country, one that also has its imperfections, but that can be improved from within. I feel deep concern for the members of your family left behind and hope that you may be able to do more here than there to help them in the long term.

  • Dave Brast

    I’m so glad you were able to escape and come here where you’ll have more freedom, but it brings tears to my eyes to know your family is still being persecuted.

  • Carl Zimmerman

    Welcome and best wishes
    Las Vegas, Nevada

  • Audrey Hansen

    Mr. Chen,

    I’m moved and humbled by your courage and perseverance. Best wishes to you and your family.

  • Glenn Gill

    It makes me very happy that you could escape the extremely confused leaders of China, I hope your family will be able to do the same. Now with all of us working together we can help China’s leaders out of their confusion and into a happier place with more light and less darkness.

  • S. Cole

    Welcome.

  • Diane Lardie

    Speaking truth to power always has a price; but not to do so also has a cost…the loss of freedom and rights. Cheers to you for your understanding and courage. Prayers for your family.

  • Debra

    Guangcheng WELCOME TO AMERICA! I HOPE YOU ENJOY YOUR NEW HOME.

  • phil kane

    Warmest welcome to the USA.

  • Greg Cameron

    Continue fighting the good fight. You have my full support. Economics should never trump human rights. With respect…Greg Cameron, Surrey, B.C., Canada

  • Elizabeth S. Lowell

    Welcome to the United States. May you and your family have a long and happy life here.

  • Susan Chandler

    Thank you for fighting so fearlessly for universal freedoms.

  • Cindy A.

    You are very welcome to our home. May you find peace here.

  • David Noble

    Welcome to America, Sir. We are proud to have you here.
    You are a very brave man.

    God bless you,
    Dave

  • Kathryn Aschliman

    We welcome your presence in our midst. It gives us insight to the treasures that money cannot buy.

  • Glenn Hinson

    I admire you for trying to get your country to abide by its laws. You have shown immense courage.

  • Avi Klammer & Clarence Reese

    Dearest Mr. Chen Guangchen:

    We want to share with you what an honor it is know a person like you & to write this to you! I can only wish, hope, pray that, some day, we’d also get to meet you in person…! Mr. Guangchen, you are a shining beacon of light; a source of inspiration to the many-in China & all across the world! We are SO delighted about your having arrived in the U.S. & found shelter here, to enjoy relative peace of mind & some other basic freedoms which you have been deprived of & barred from exercising in your native China! We both wish you the best of health & fortune in your personal life as well as in any & all of your future human right activities!

  • Sr. Barbara OSF

    Dear Mr. Chen Guangchen,

    I respect and am awed with your persistence in advocating for human rights, and for your inner strength to withstand imprisonment and inhumane treatment. You have been given a great gift by God, and thus are a great gift to the people of the world, as you advocate for human rights.

    May you juourney through life be one of continued strenght.

  • Ellen Buelow

    Welcome to you and your family. I admire your bravery and efforts to give your fellow countrymen freedom of expression.

  • Vanessa Cardona

    Welcome to America, may you find peace here.

  • Denise

    Welcome, I wish you all the best!

  • Betty Jo Armstead

    Welcome to the USA. I wish you the best.
    I admire your courage.

  • N A

    welcome. i hope that your new life will give you lots of opportunities to stand against human rights abuses not only by china but by other nations. i hope you dont become a trophy for one gov to use as ammunition against another, but will speak for the people against all governments’ human rights abuses. your voice will be more powerful if it is non-political.

  • dkk

    Welcome to the United States! We are blessed to have your presence among us; we need folks like yourself here just as much as in China!

  • Jane Leatherman Van Praag

    Welcome to the USA and I hope your presence here will help perfect equal human rights in our country as well as round the world. All best wishes to you and yours,
    Jane

  • Hazel M. Wheeler

    We welcome you here, Mr. Cheng. May you find friends, kindness and compassion here in the United States as you continue to do your good work. You are an inspiration to so many.

  • Cristina Roberts-Hoshell

    Wellcome to the USA, you had a hard journey, but here you will find at home with new friends that offer you our hands and heart to heal all you have suffer.
    I offer you my Hispanic hand and understanding

  • Michael P DAgue

    I wish you peace, health and well being and good fortune on your journey.

  • Bonnie Margay Burke

    May every step of your journey be blessed.

  • John Viacrucis

    Welcome to the United States, Mr, Cheng. May you find happiness and success.

  • sasha silverstein

    i am so happy that you are here safe and sound. i wish your family was with you. welcome!!!!!

    we all admire your strength and courage.

  • Joan Brannigan

    You are a courageous man.

  • Stefan Kozinski

    Welcome to our far-from-perfect, but ever-aspiring country. There are enough of us here who recognize that it is our privilege and mandate to welcome refugees from all lands for any reasons associated with repression which they have suffered at home or elsewhere in the world. All power and success to you in our USA.

  • Eldon Wedlock

    I hope you will find freedom here, but the US is not perfect, especially right now – we’ve been better. Anyway, welcome, and, Peace.

  • Martha Mattes

    Welcome to the United States, Chen! Thank you for your courage and willingness to sacrifice for the rights of all people. Best of luck to you as you pursue your dreams in the USA.

  • Madi Bader-DeWitt

    Welcome. Even the USA has much to learn about freedom and and human rights. May we learn from each other and continue the good fight.
    M.

  • SRB

    I admire your bravery and courage. I hope you will find peace, support, and encouragement here. Welcome! I wish you all the best.

  • Sherry Owens

    Welcome and thanks for standing up for human rights! You new found freedom to express yourself in various ways have just begun! Spend time nurturing your relationship with your family, then began that journey to repair and rebuild upon your past experiences. Turn the negative into a foundation to build, teach, and expose.

  • T’Keyah Crystal Keymah

    Welcome to America. I hope you enjoy your studies here. Thank you for your bravery. I wish you and your family peace and blessings.

  • Wynne

    Welcome to the United States. We are happy to have you here and hope you are able to do the good work you want to do in our country. I wish you and your family all the best.

  • Rebecca Ross

    Dear Mr. Chen,
    May God be with you in the fight for all human rights!

  • linda powers

    May you fulfill your dreams. Hold fast to the principles that brought you here.

    You have my admiration for your courageous actions.

  • Jeremy Dobson

    Sorry it took so long. Welcome to the US, don’t stop fighting for what is right and just.

  • Dirk Rogers

    Welcome to you and your family members.It is a daunting task you have undertaken and I wish you and your family happiness and prosperity.

  • Carol Levin

    We admire your bravery and hope your family and friends in China are ok!

  • Gene and Dori Peters

    Welcome to the USA. May your life be filled with peace and strength and love.

  • PL

    May all beings be free from harm, hostilities, and wrongful thinking. May you find a place here where you can be peaceful and free of upsetness. And, may we all create peace that spreads throughout the world.

  • Joan Zawaski

    Welcome, and best wishes to you and your family. Many Americans respect you and admire your courage.

  • Mary Ann Hilgeman, CSJ

    Welcome to the United States of America. I’m so glad you are safe, and I admire your bravery in times of great danger.

    Best of luck!

  • Michael Carr

    Welcome to the United States. I hope your stay here is pleasant.

  • Floyd Miller

    Dear Mr. Cheng:

    Welcome to the United States. We apologize we cannot be at our best at this time, but I think we all can agree you are welcome here. Your courage should be an inspiration to us all.

  • Anne Marie Segal

    Mr. Chen, with appreciation of your courageous struggles, I am honored to help welcome you to the US.
    -Anne Marie

  • Ash Sanders

    Welcome to the United States!

    We wish you courage in trying to fight a crucial fight in a country where few people understand what you have faced.

    Patience, bravery and support be yours.

    Ash

  • Carmen Pelaez

    Mr. Chen,

    As a Cuban American your courage and sacrifice is beyond inspiring. I hope that you and your family find some peace in New York and I hope that both of our countries find their way to human rights for all.

    THANK YOU!

  • Gordon Rowland

    Congratulations Chen, on your daring escape from tyranny. Your brave stand for human rights is an inspiration to your many admirers here in Australia.
    We pray for the safety and wellbeing of your family and friends in China.

  • Katura Schoene

    Dear Mr. Chen,

    Thank you so much for your courage in fighting oppression in your own country. You are an inspiration to all of us who struggle for universal human rights.

  • Terry Shuai

    I hope more and more Chinese people will be able to challenging their government and stand their ground.
    I admire your bravery and courage.

  • Molly Hauck

    Welcome to the U.S. I hope that people will treat you well here.

  • Martin Barrett

    Welcome to America.

  • Peter E. Ajemian

    What a relief you are here. Best of luck and thank you for motivating all of us to do better.

  • John Fucile

    Welcome Chen Guangchen to the USA, all my blessings to you
    May your spirit blossom while beliefing in fairy tales.
    You look like a movie star. You look like you can make your dreams come true. Keep going, doing all you can. Always drink ‘Distilled Water’ only to succeed.

  • Eric Fosburgh

    Brave AND handsome! Thank you for being an advocate of human rights at such a great cost.

  • Gregg Matson

    Dear Mr. Chen,
    Thank you for doing the most courageous thing anyone can do: speak truth to power.

  • Julie Andring

    Welcome to America! Your determination and dedication to your cause is inspiring. Thank you! I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

  • jerilyn k miller

    WELCOME, SO HAPPY THAT YOU AND FAMILY ARE SAFE HERE IN USA AND I AM SURE YOU WILL BE VERY GOOD FOR OUR USA, AS IT IS NOW YOUR’S TOO. sincerely, jeri

  • Karen Fedorov

    I am so glad you were able to get here with your family. Good luck in your studies. You have many friends here in the U.S.A.

  • Char G

    We welcome you.

  • Kimberly Wiley

    Welcome! Thank you for your courage and shining a light on the oppression in China.

  • Josephe Marie Flynn

    Dear Mr. Chen, it is a privilege to welcome you to America. Your courage is an inspiration to us all. I pray that the members of your family are safe. May you find success in all your studies and meet many new friends here in the United States. You are a gift to us, Mr. Chen!

  • Paul J. Lundrigan, PhD.

    I am happy to echo all the comments of the posters here. Congratulations and most good luck to you.

  • Robert Gabriel

    Your courage and dedication to human rights are inspiring. Thank You for your example.

    • Robert Gabriel

      Your courage and dedication to human rights are inspiring. Thank You.

  • Laurent Leemans

    Greetings and sympathy from Belgium as well.

    • Michael S Stuart

      Welcome to the USA!
      Thanks for your human rights advocacy and good luck studying law.
      I pray for China (along with many other countries) each Wednesday night. God bless you!
      PS (Feel free to “friend” me on facebook)

  • J.T. SMITH

    Welcome to America. While this country is far from perfect, that’s a true statement of every country. I pray that you succeed in your studies and help all of us out of the darkness of oppression the world over.

  • MichaelG

    Dear Guangcheng,

    Welcome to the US! I hope all goes well for you, and hope our government and others support you in helping you help your family.

    Our country is under attack by big businesses that wish to control it. But I hope there’s enough democracy left here to serve you and your cause.

    Best, MG

  • Gabriel Mugaruka

    You are almost welcome in USA and in my word let me say that ALUTA CONTINUA!!!, that mean la lutte continue, the straggle is continuing.

    I am in Uganda kampala.

  • Dennis

    Welcome to the U.S. – - many of us have protested the treatment of the average Chinese person for many years, trying to eliminate the Chinese “sweatshops” making many of our goods!

  • Nina Larisch-Haider

    Hi Brother, working for fairness and human behavior/actions and especially for human rights is not easy, it is dangerous, it often kills even people.
    But you had the courage and you will be an inspiration for lots of people.
    You have done what you could, don’t stop now!!!

  • T Hargrove

    Welcome. Hope your life here is all you have hoped for. My prayers for your family’s safety.

  • Nancy Love

    You are a very barve man. I know you wanted to stay in China but it seems you destiny for now is to live in the U.S. At least you can live in peace and have the human rights you deserve. You now have more of a voice. I hope that the Chinese government changes and you can live in China again.

  • Karen Poels

    It is an honor to have you here, Mr. Chen.
    All best wishes to you and continued safety and freedom on your journey, along with that of your family.

  • Phillip Cripps

    Welcome to America. You have a big job ahead of you. Good luck!

  • Jessica

    Welcome! We stand in solidarity with your struggles and those of people working for a better world everywhere!

  • Mary C

    Dear Mr. Chen,

    Welcome to the United States! You are a reminder to us of how precious our democratic rights are!

  • Garry Klein

    M. Chen,

    You are very much welcome and I am inspired to know that you will be in our country. and hope that your story will be told to all those with the ears to listen.

  • Lisa D’Ambrosio

    Welcome to America! I hope you enjoy your stay in our country and are able to rest and rejuvenate while you are here.

  • wendy colschen

    Welcome…now see if you can inspire Americans to be as brave as you!!

  • Mimi Plevin-Foust

    Your courage has inspired the world. Welcome to the U.S. -please help us keep our own government honest and open and good luck with your law degree.

  • Dana Hershkowitz

    Thank you and stand strong.

  • A Pleuger

    Dear Cheng Guangcheng,
    it is good to know that China has morally strong and brave and just people like you. All countries need people like you! I wish you the best – personally and in your quest – may China soon discover respect for all human beings. And may this infect the other governments …

  • Imena Valdes

    If there is no struggle, there is no progress.
    - Frederick Douglass

    Thank you.

  • angela fazzari

    Hope we can help your family and others suffering in China.

  • Karen Woodfield

    Welcome to America and good luck with your law degree. You are an inspiration and America is lucky to have you.

  • http://www.FrederickCollection.org Patricia Frederick

    Welcome to the United States! You are a shining example of courage and high principle. I wish you comfort and safety, and I pray your extended family in China can escape persecution because of their relationship to you.

  • http://glusk@bak.rr.com Wilma Lusk

    Welcome to America. We are honored to have the opportunity to help you. Perhaps the day will come that all of your countrymen will be free.

  • R Collins

    :)

  • Rebecca Barker

    Entering the arena of fighting for justice is what you did and I thank you

  • Ms. Terry Ellen Robinson

    Welcome, Mr. Chen, to America and to your new life and business. I know that you will accomplish great things here. We are lucky to have you with us.

  • Cheryl Emtman

    Welcome. God Bless You. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  • Cheryl Emtman

    Welcome God Bless You. You are in my prayers

  • Vic DeAngelo

    Here’s to your well being and the well being of those who still struggle as you did. I hope your studies and life here aid in the fight against the repression that exists in China.

  • http://www.darleneshodgepodge.blogspot.com Darlene Costner

    Welcome to the U. S. I am sure it took a lot of courage to leave your home.

    I hope things are easier for you here and that your family is safe.

  • Rich Lowry

    Greetings,
    I am sorry you had to leave your home to express your thoughts freely.
    Rich

  • Steve

    Welcome! The whole world admires you.

  • May Robinson

    Thank you for your courageous stand. The world is a better place because of you.

  • lisa

    Hello Chen,

    I am happy that you have the courage, despite difficulties, to follow your dreams. I know that you are inspiring a lot of people to have courage and stand up for individual aspirations, that in the end will help humanity as a whole.

    Lisa

  • sabawoon

    Hi chen,
    good luck ,in the history of humane up to know man did not received the writhe that is necessary ,but struggle is important.

  • Mu Sochua

    Standing firm on human rights is the message that should continue to be on the USA and the international community’s agenda to China. Mr. Chen has not just shown his courage but has reminded us of our responsibility and accountability to human rights.

    May the USA be just a temporary home to you Mr. Chen. Burma turned around and a new beginning has just started.

    With utmost respect.

    I am an elected member of parliament of the opposition in Cambodia and we are fighting the same fight.

  • http://h N. Jayaram

    Dear Mr Chen,

    ALl the best with your study of law. Professor Jerome Cohen in the grandfather among scholars of Chinese law. You are in a great place, and in good hands, I believe.

    Best Wishes
    Jayaram
    Bangalore, India

  • Peter Stenlake

    Dear Mr Chen,

    Congratulations on your heroic efforts. I am very pleased you will now be able to study freely. Best wishes for your studies and continued camapign

  • Taiga Wanyanja

    We in Kenya too support Chen as a Human rights Defender.It hash working in a country whose leaders are tyranny.
    Bravo!keep up comrade!

  • melanie marshall

    Thank you so very much for your bravery, Mr. Guangcheng. I hope your family is safe and doing well. What you have done will help millions worldwide deal with brutal oppression. We need to never stop, because those who love power will never stop. But they CAN be curtailed, thanks to courageous folks like you. Take care, and keep going… FOR PEACEFUL FREEDOM!

  • Robert C. Lappo

    Wish you all the best and keep up what you’re doing!

  • Sue

    Welcome to the US! I admire your courage.

  • Carole Chowen

    The world needs more people like you! Welcome to the USA.

  • Younghyun Kim

    This unworthly world innocent is worrying itself with his health and his unstoppable inspiration + aspiration for his people’s human rights and equal human nature which may be in their hour of peril. Through Sweet after bitter, we and all enlightened chineses will smile at each other with they together to build respect for human rights and human nature. This world innocent hopes he and his wise wife are always healthy and happy.

    From Seoul, South Korea, Younghyun Kim

  • erin yarrobino

    welcome to the usa and i hope recover soon

  • Wendy Kupsaw

    Mr. Chen,

    Thank you for your courage in speaking out for human rights in China. You are an amazing example to all people. Welcome to the United States and may you and your family be well and happy in your work and lives.

    Wendy

  • Michael S Stuart

    Welcome to the USA!
    Thanks for your human-rights work and good luck studying law.
    I pray for China (and a list of other countries) on Wednesday nights. God bless you!
    PS: Feel free to send a “friend-request” on Facebook! :)

  • Sr. Barbara OSF

    Dear Chen-Guangcheng,

    Welcome to the United States. I admire and am in awe of your ability to constantly seek to broaden your scope of knowledge. May you now be able to find and learn the information you came for, after experiencing many human indignities. May you be treated with dignity and respect here and after you return to your mative country.

  • Sr. Barbara OSF

    Prayerfully and with deep respect,
    sR. bARBARA

  • Sr. Barbara OSF

    Prayerfully and with deep respect,

    Sister Barbara

  • http://12newmoons@gmail.com Laura Horowitz

    We are honored to have you in the US. Best of luck in your future endeavors!

  • Nancy Mitchell

    Congratulations, you Dear, Brave, courageous soul! May this opportunity work out well for you, we welcome you to the U.S.A. We are not perfect as Americans but we continutally strive for equal rights for all! Please join us in our struggles!

  • Rui Marques

    Hope you keep standing up for human rights no matter the cost, nomatter where !

  • L. Stone

    There is such an extreme paucity of leaders in the world that I applaud your efforts on behalf of human rights, and welcome you to NYU.

    May you experience many productive, successful & gratifying years here (or wherever you continue your work).

    L. Stone
    New York, NY

  • http://www.luiseperene.com Luise Perenne BFA

    Welcome to the USA, brave and determined man. Your sense of independence and physical fortitude shines forth as an example to all. May you find the fulfillment you seek along with your family. Be an example to all who treasure freedom of expression.
    Blessed be!

  • Robin A. Vosburg

    Hail and Well-Met. I am deeply honored to be able to welcome you to the United States. Your work for women’s rights to self-determination and to control of their own bodies is legend in the human rights community. Even here in the U.S. we continue to have the struggles for women’s self-determination; thus your moral courage and leadership are needed as much as ever and will be needed as long as women anywhere are deprived of their human rights. Thank you for everything that you have done for women’s rights and for your bold example to human rights activists everywhere. Hail and farewell.

  • Julia Adelkhanova

    Thank you for defending human rights!

  • Seth Read

    Welcome to the US. Your courage as a person and activist are inspiring to thinking and feeling people everywhere.

  • Ryan

    Thank you Mr. Guangcheng, for standing up to the totalitarian state power of China. You have made a bold sacrifice, and one day all of your people will be stronger for it.

  • Laura Borst

    It is good that you are coming here and that your family is too. Thanks for standing up for freedom in China!