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The Surveillance State in China Began With Mao Says Minxin Pei

Democracy Paradox

CHAPTER

China's Broad Definition of Political Activities and Surveillance

This chapter explores the broad definition of political activities in China, including protests, underground political parties, economic activities, and social engagement. Through examples like leftist student clubs and protests against property seizure, it emphasizes the extensive monitoring and regulation of political activities in China.

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