The Engineering State and the Lawyerly Society: Dan Wang on his new book "Breakneck"
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Engineering State vs. Lawyerly Society
This chapter explores the contrasting concepts of engineering states and lawyerly societies, focusing on ethical decision-making through examples such as the trolley problem. It examines the implications of governance models in China and the U.S., discussing the complexities introduced by policies like the one-child policy and zero COVID response. Through a nuanced analysis of societal values and systemic challenges in urban environments, the chapter highlights the evolving dynamics in U.S.-China relations and the need for broader frameworks to understand them.
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