XU GANG, A VICE-GOVERNOR of Fujian province, East China, who was removed from his post for suspected serious disciplinary and violations of the law last month, reportedly made "gangster-like" remarks three years prior to his suspension. Being the then-Party chief of Quanzhou, Fujian province, he referred to those who anonymously reported his misconduct as "traitors", and said he would have had "a one-on-one fight" with them if he was not in his position. Comments:

Such reckless words are in fact an abuse of power as they go against the rule of law. Like economic corruption, closer attention is needed regarding such words, because they show contempt not only to the principle of the rule of law, but also social justice.

Beijing News, April 22