It is as difficult [for Chinese politicians] to get a real … - Ai Weiwei

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It is as difficult [for Chinese politicians] to get a real smile [from the people] as it is to keep the sky blue and clouds white.

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Ai Weiwei (Chinese: 艾未未; born 1957 in Beijing) is a leading Chinese artist, curator, architectural designer, cultural and social commentator and activist.

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Native Name: 艾

Alternative Names: Wei-wei Ai • Ai Wei Wei • Weiwei Ai

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