Seeing the negative things in China does not affect my proud of being a Chinese.There must be some optimistic people within a country to try everything he/she can to help,or make progress (no matter how small it is).A real confident nation,just like a confident person,should not shy away from facing the negative things.
For example,history is part of the identity of a country.By facing the history,no matter it is good or bad,demostrates the confidence of the country.It is the same for the bad things.
I feel bad about people's misbehavior,but I don't feel bad to live with them.Just because I care,I write,and I bring the topic.I hope more people care about what is going on,and encourage people to write about it and talk about it.”
I find it amusing.Chinese say "I am proud to be a Chinese..." too often.Americans don't say that.And sometimes it can be politically incorrect to declare "I am proud to be an American...".So,few people say that.Why do Chinese say that often?I guess that back in average Chinese' minds,there may be some inconfidence...,or insecurity.
One day,Chinese will not say such amusing line.That day,we know that Chinese can really be proud of themselves.Despite the recent material advancement,such day hasn't arrived yet,but it will be one day.