China: A Look into the Jasmine Movement

As the calls for gatherings continue to be posted on the Molihua Xingdong (Jasmine Movement) blog, there is still much mystery surrounding the movement's organizers. New information from STRATFOR sources as well as media reports have cleared up some things about the organization. We know it is a new and developing coalition of mostly post-Tiananmen generation Chinese living overseas. And while there is no doubt the Jasmine following is growing, these young activists face many challenges, paramount among them transitioning the movement from the Internet onto the streets with coordination and a clear message.