The Gist Every Little Thing Xi Does Is Tragic
Dec 4, 2023
The podcast discusses China's property crisis, political firings, and Belt And Road initiative. It also covers Ron DeSantis' avoidance of answering for Trump's use of animal imagery and a tribute to Doug Burgum. Additionally, topics include Chairman Xi's power, protests against COVID restrictions, and the importance of advocating for civil rights and democracy in China. Finally, the podcast explores the political implications of the word 'vermin' and DeSantis' response to it.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
A Discussion on China and Chairman Xi's Power with Correspondent Ted Plafker
04:40 • 4min
Xi's Leadership Consolidation and Diminishing Confidence
08:44 • 18min
Importance of Speaking Up for Civil Rights and Economic Policy in China
26:58 • 5min
The Use of the Word 'Vermin' in Politics and Its Political Implications
31:51 • 5min