ARTICLE: 'Text Messages Giving Voice to Chinese: Opponents of Chemical Factory Found Way Around Censors,' By Edward Cody, Washington Post, June 28, 2007; Page A01

ARTICLE: Meeting With U.S. Campaign Aides Shows China's Interest in the Race, By Michael Abramowitz, Washington PostJune 28, 2007; Page A04

China's connections, both high and low, are growing.

At the top, a more proactive stance on engaging presidential camps. At the bottom, yet another largely uncontrollable venue for political expression.

Good stuff all around.