It’s time to re-think the Cultural Revolution Truth and daring in retelling Mao’s China Yang Jisheng’s formidable investigation of the Cultural Revolution is a work of breathtaking courage. The Cultural Revolution was one of the greatest disasters to hit modern China, but it was also an event shaped by random personal connections. A woman named […]
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The question “Is America Still a Power?” is increasingly relevant as the U.S. grapples with its diminishing global influence. Once a leader in both economic and military spheres, America now finds itself challenged by rising powers like China and Russia. The costs of maintaining its superpower status—financially, militarily, and socially—are becoming increasingly apparent. With its
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For decades, Western media have sought to predict China’s collapse while overlooking its significant successes. When Chinese achievements become too monumental to ignore, the narrative often shifts to questioning their cost. This trend reflects a persistent skepticism, with headlines repeatedly asking, “China’s progress… but at what cost?” From economic dominance and technological advances to environmental
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China’s governance gap is not merely a comparison of political systems but a reflection of differing approaches to leadership and efficiency. Where Western democracies struggle with perceived elitism and corruption, China emphasizes meritocracy and public accountability. This approach, rooted in Confucian ideals and honed over centuries, has enabled China to achieve substantial progress and maintain
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Get Ready for Conflict Xi Jinping, Chairman of the Central Military Commission, told the armed forces to prepare for war. The country should “grasp the new situation and… get ready for conflict.” His message was rebroadcast on national TV. Of course, the idea of nuclear-armed great powers warring is ridiculous, since ruin of at least
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China’s first half of the year demonstrates why I often claim the country achieves more in a week than the West does in a year. From groundbreaking medical advances to major technological and economic milestones, China’s progress is both rapid and profound. This period saw historic developments such as a new cancer treatment, unprecedented growth
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