Olympic Fever

In America, we can say that things that are contrary to our culture are un-American.  But is there a phrase such as un-Chinese?

The Chinese government has banned people from shooting off fireworks in Beijing and the suburbs for fourteen weeks leading up to and including the Olympics and Paralympic Games.

The government cites safety reasons, but one would think that in the land where fireworks were invented, the people would be more free to use them.  I wonder if they do pose a danger, like the government believes.  Whatever the case, it will be quieter in the streets come August.

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