Chinese Crowds, Enraged by Covid Lockdowns, Demand Xi’s Resignation

Protesters calling for ‘freedom’ took to the streets and clashed with police in several cities in an astounding challenge to the government.

Chinese police officers block off access to a site where protesters had gathered at Shanghai on November 27, 2022. — Chinese police officers block off access to a site where protesters had gathered at Shanghai on November 27, 2022. AP

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Nov 27, 2022, 10:13 AM ET