Echoes of the Cultural Revolution

This chapter recounts the harrowing experiences of a young boy and his family during China's Cultural Revolution, highlighting the emotional and physical toll it took on their lives. It provides insight into Xi Jinping's transformative years in a rural farming community and his evolving perspective on leadership and the common people. The narrative also contrasts the political beliefs of a daughter and her father, exploring themes of loyalty, disillusionment, and evolving political identity in modern China.