
What Does a Trade War With China Mean for Jimmy Lai?
As Washington and Beijing clash over tariffs and influence, advocates worry that political prisoners like the Catholic media mogul could become pawns — or be forgotten entirely.
As Washington and Beijing clash over tariffs and influence, advocates worry that political prisoners like the Catholic media mogul could become pawns — or be forgotten entirely.
Jimmy Lai’s son Sebastien Lai will receive the award on his behalf at the Bradley Prizes ceremony on May 29 at DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C.
Son Sebastian Lai says his father, who has spent more than 1,500 days in solitary confinement, has been denied the Eucharist.
COMMENTARY: The wrongly imprisoned, like Cardinal George Pell, the Carmelite martyrs and Jimmy Lai, use the arts to raise their hearts to God, offering a certain interior freedom, even contact with the transcendent.
COMMENTARY: Jimmy Lai is in his fourth year of solitary confinement in a Hong Kong prison, unjustly prosecuted for defending human rights.
EDITORIAL: Lai’s testimony in court has highlighted the unswerving determination of this heroic Chinese Catholic to tell the truth — no matter the personal cost.
Coming to Lai’s defense have been more than 100 politicians from 24 countries.
When asked how the family is doing, McGurn cited the strength of Lai’s wife, Teresa.
Lai, a Catholic, has for years been a vocal pro-democracy voice in Hong Kong media.
COMMENTARY: As International Religious Freedom Day approaches, Catholics in our nation are playing a critical role in defending global religious freedom amid rising persecution.
Subscriber Service CenterAlready a subscriber? Renew or manage your subscription or gift subscription.
My AccountSubscribe for just $49.95 $32.50!Start your Register subscription today.
Give a Gift SubscriptionBless friends, family or clergy with a gift of the Register.
Order NowOrder Bulk SubscriptionsGet a discount on 6 or more copies sent to your parish, organization or school.
Order NowSign-up for E-NewsletterGet Register Updates sent daily or weeklyto your inbox.
Sign Up