#252 - Ming 37: The Donglin Debacle
The History of China
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The Rise and Fall of the Donglin Faction
Donglin faction officials at court first became aware of Wei and Madam Ku as political threats. Officials had read enough history to be deeply concerned about UNIC abuses, says Yang Nian. Even a casual observer could tell that UNIC power and influence had increased during the Wanli reign. Wang Xianyi protested to the throne about the gifts and honors being bestowed upon them by the emperor.
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