背景非常重要。背景不仅仅是物理背景，还包括历史和文化背景。
The context is so important. The context is not just the physical context, but also the historical and cultural context.
Writing is a way of being in the world, a way of understanding it and making it understandable to others.
The most powerful weapon you have is your voice.
The future of liberal democracy depends on its ability to reform itself and address the legitimate grievances of those who feel left behind by globalization and technological change.