Two petitions for Tibet

I woke up this morning to two emails asking me to sign petitions in support of the Dalai Lama's call for a dialogue with China. I've signed both of them, and I invite you to do the same.

The first petition is sponsored by Avaaz.org, and reads as follows:

Petition to Chinese President Hu Jintao:

As citizens around the world, we call on you to show restraint and respect for human rights in your response to the protests in Tibet, and to address the concerns of all Tibetans by opening meaningful dialogue with the Dalai Lama. Only dialogue and reform will bring lasting stability. China's brightest future, and its most positive relationship with the world, lies in harmonious development, dialogue and respect.

The second petition focuses on the Olympics to be held in China. Note: This petition requires you to click on an emailed link to confirm your signature - don't forget this important second step! It reads:

I DECLARE THAT I WILL NOT WATCH A CHINESE-HOSTED OLYMPICS, AND I WANT THE MEDIA TO KNOW.

Thank you for joining me in protesting China's responses so far to the peaceful protests of the Tibetan monks.