Does Confucius Institute teach Confucius philosophy?

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Confucius philosophy has been used rather effectively by several dynasties for the benefit of many Chinese governments that have come and went in Chinese history. It is not a new idea. Similarly, Confucius teachings have been massaged to represent selective principles that are useful to the current Chinese government. The Confucius Institutes, established worldwide and funded by the Chinese government, represent as much Confucius philosophy as Quaker principles as are transmitted via Quaker Oats. For more, read China in the 21st Century: What Everyone Needs to Know by Jeffrey N. Wasserstrom.


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yvonne.liu.wolf

Yvonne Wolf was born in Taiwan and educated in the U.S. and Europe. She has extensive experience living and working internationally (Denmark and Japan). She is fluent in English, Mandarin, and Danish, and has studied Japanese, Spanish, and Greek. Between work and personal travel, she has visited more than 20 countries and well-traveled within the U.S. and Canada. She has worked with organizations and business executives focusing on communication strategies working with Chinese and East Asian partners. Among her many skills is mediating across cultural misunderstandings.