Demolitions an abuse of power

Proper administration over newsstands is necessary, but the authorities need to consult public opinion before taking any action. By demolishing legal newsstands with force, without any negotiation, they will not only inconvenience and upset residents, they will also affect the lives of those who run the newsstands by depriving them of their source of income. Besides, such actions require money, which will doubtlessly come out of taxpayers' pockets. Such deeds are far from reasonable or smart.

Fujian Daily, Aug 11

The root problem of the demolitions lies in the rigid thinking of the urban authorities, who equate a modern city with skyscrapers and clean streets, while forgetting its cultural quality. The quality of a city's culture is essential; please don't lower it by eliminating newsstands.