News Analysis: Liu Xiaobo’s Fate Reflects Fading Pressure on China Over Human Rights The case of Mr. Liu, a political prisoner and Nobel laureate who died on Thursday, illustrates how human rights issues have receded in diplomacy with China. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Stumble Digg Email ThisBlogThis!Share to XShare to Facebook Related Posts:Venezuelan Migrants Missing After Boat SinksSuspected Sri Lanka Ringleader Preached Slaughter. Many at Home Dismissed Him.After the Sri Lanka Terror Attacks, Muslims Fear BacklashLetter 104: Examining Religion and ViolenceYour Friday BriefingSri Lanka’s President Blames Security Aides for Not Warning Him of Threats