In this engaging discussion, guest Diane Francis, a Toronto-based foreign affairs writer and author of 'Merger of the Century', argues why the U.S. should view Xi Jinping’s China as a competitor rather than an enemy, contrasting it sharply with Putin’s Russia, which she perceives as a malevolent threat. Francis highlights the implications of American isolationism, mentioning how past interventions have shaped current foreign policy. She paints an intriguing picture of geopolitical dynamics, raising questions about national identity and the evolving nature of global competition.