The NPR Politics Podcast Cooperation To Confrontation: Why US China Strategy Changed
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Mar 1, 2023 A new House panel is diving into the U.S.-China relationship, addressing perceived threats from China and the need for bipartisan strategies. Former national security advisors highlight the urgency for cohesive policies amid growing tensions. Recent incidents, like the origins of COVID-19 and the spy balloon event, have shifted public perception and political focus. The CHIPS Act emerges as a national security priority, aiming to create jobs while tackling complex issues like TikTok's influence and data privacy concerns.
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Jury Duty Anecdote
- A caller named Lily was summoned for jury duty but got excused.
- The reason was the trial's length and her responsibility to her 6th-grade students.
US-China Relations
- The U.S.-China relationship is framed as an existential struggle, not a polite competition.
- A new House committee focuses on this relationship, with bipartisan support for diplomatic solutions.
House Committee Hearing
- The new House committee's first hearing featured testimony from H.R. McMaster and Matthew Pottinger.
- The hearing focused on why U.S.-China policy matters to Americans, including economic and national security.