An Zhao

An Zhao, an independent researcher and founder of Goods for the People, delves into the intricate relationship between China's civilizational history and its current socialist governance. He explores how ancient philosophies like Confucianism inform modern policies and state legitimacy. Zhao argues for a nuanced understanding of socialism tailored to cultural contexts, highlighting ideas of harmony and responsibility. He passionately discusses how historical grievances shape China's view of the U.S. and encourages rediscovering indigenous egalitarian traditions in leftist thought.