The chapter explores the experiences and challenges of living as a bilingual journalist in Beijing, reflecting on the complexities of working in an authoritarian regime like China. It discusses cultural nuances, environmental efforts, disparities in political awareness between the US and China, and the differences in being a foreign tourist in the country. The chapter also touches on government interference, media freedom, and the importance of defending individual rights and free speech.

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