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The Birds Nest National Stadium, which I helped to conceive, is de

The Birds Nest National Stadium, which I helped to conceive, is designed to embody the Olympic spirit of fair competition. It tells people that freedom is possible but needs fairness, courage and strength. – Ai Weiwei

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Everyone wants an iPhone, but it would be impossible to design an iPhone in China because its not a product its an understanding of human nature. – Ai Weiwei

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I dont believe in the so-called Olympic spirit. I speak from personal experience. When China hosted the Games, it failed to include the people. The event was constructed without regard for their joy. – Ai Weiwei

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The American experience influenced my understanding of individuality, basic human rights, freedom of expression and the rights and responsibilities of citizens. – Ai Weiwei

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People with courage and character always seem sinister to the rest. – Hermann Hesse

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Untutored courage is useless in the face of educated bullets. – George S. Patton

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Courage is to feel the daily daggers of relentless steel and keep on living. – Douglas Malloch

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