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If Americans Are Lawyers and Chinese Are Engineers, Who Is Going to Win?

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Adaptive Capabilities in Global Powers

This chapter examines the contrasting adaptive strategies of the United States and China in the context of the 21st century, highlighting America's democratic processes versus China's engineering-led approach. Through discussions on public awareness, political dynamics, and the potential alignment of India with U.S. values, the chapter analyses the strengths and weaknesses of both systems. Additionally, it reflects on the impact of Donald Trump's political style on America's technological landscape and the skepticism surrounding his governance's effectiveness.

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