#466 – Jeffrey Wasserstrom: China, Xi Jinping, Trade War, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Mao
Lex Fridman Podcast
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Mao's Legacy and Contemporary China
This chapter examines the historical ascent of Mao Zedong, contrasting his revolutionary ideologies with those of his contemporaries like Chiang Kai-shek and the Nationalist Party. It also analyzes the repercussions of Mao's policies, including the Great Leap Forward, and his complex relationship with the Soviet Union and contemporary leadership under Xi Jinping. Furthermore, it reflects on how modern interpretations of Mao's legacy continue to impact China's political landscape and public sentiment in the face of evolving global dynamics.
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