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Sacrifices For A Future

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What was supposed to be an important river damming project has turned into a nightmare for residents of one town in China. Barry Petersen reports on the local government's broken promises. More...

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AIDS In China
Years ago, AIDS was a feared and misunderstood disease. Barry Petersen reports on China's struggle to accept its infected citizens and shows how far they've come. More...

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Government Control, Online
CBS News' Barry Petersen discusses the internet and how the Chinese government would like it to be regulated. More...

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A New Religion
Where Communism was once a religion for many, the Chinese are now looking for a new faith. Barry Petersen discusses prayer groups and their rising popularity in China. More...

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