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The Surveillance State in China Began With Mao Says Minxin Pei
Democracy Paradox
The Concept of a Surveillance State
This chapter explores the concept of a surveillance state and compares China's system to other authoritarian regimes, highlighting its better organization, resources, and expansiveness. It also discusses how surveillance changes society and behaviors within China, including the use of blacklists and a national database for tracking movements.
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