Leadership Dynamics in the CCP

This chapter examines the essential criteria for leadership within the Chinese Communist Party, contrasting Confucianism and Legalism in shaping governance philosophies. It highlights pivotal leaders like Mao, Hu Jintao, and Xi Jinping, focusing on their approaches to power consolidation and the cyclical nature of authority. The analysis underscores the need for balance between strongman rule and collective leadership, reflecting on historical trends and their implications for the party's stability.