Party piece: China’s Communists at 100
The Intelligence from The Economist
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Hip-Hop in the Shadow of the Party
This chapter examines the rise of hip-hop music in China, focusing on its intertwining with the Communist Party's narratives, especially during the party's 100th anniversary. It highlights the unique patriotic expressions in Chinese rap and the government's strategic use of the genre to communicate political messages and counter dissent.
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