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John Halpern
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John Halpern is a New York based, documentary filmmaker and artist. His films "Refuge" and "Talking With The Dalai Lama" explore the cultural journeys of East and West and the evolution of Buddhism in popular, western culture.

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Tibet's Self Murder: Tragedy or Transformation?

(10) Comments | Posted July 9, 2012 | 11:26 AM

By John Halpern and Maria Sliwa

The charred, bodily remains of many self-immolators have been unceremoniously disposed of by local Chinese police, according to reports. Scores of Tibetans have reportedly committed self-immolation in protest against what they say are increasing atrocities committed by China.

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Self Immolations in Tibet, Hunger Strikers in New York

(5) Comments | Posted March 14, 2012 | 5:11 PM

Bending religion to suit politics or just going with the Buddhist flow?

Buddhists are taught that every infinitesimal particle within any living organism is a potential Buddha. "Do not kill" is a main Buddhist precept. As you read these words, in New York City, three Tibetan Buddhists, two laymen and...

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