Minxin Pei, "The Sentinel State: Surveillance and the Survival of Dictatorship in China" (Harvard UP, 2024)
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The Balancing Act of Surveillance and Public Sentiment in China
This chapter explores the intricate dynamics of state surveillance in China and its connection to public sentiment. It highlights how acceptance of surveillance may wane during economic hardships, potentially leading to increased resentment and challenges for state control.
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