The term refers to the government, not the people. Throughout their communist history they have always been referred to as "Red Chinese", a term derived from the so-called "Red Army" because of the military banner they salute. It is also a term that has been accepted and used not only by the U.S. government and military but also by many governments around the world. It is not a vulgar slang so much as a political reference toward communism. For decades prior to the fall of communism the Russians were also referred to as "Reds". Rob Goodale, RPT Las Vegas, NV David Love wrote: > Joe: > > All due respect to your concerns about human rights violations, the term > "Red Chinese" is at best pejorative, at worst, vulgar. > > David Love
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