Perry Link

In this discussion, Professor Perry Link, a leading expert on East Asian studies and co-editor of the Tiananmen Papers, delves into the complex ideology of Xi Jinping. He questions whether Xi truly believes in Communism or if he is merely a product of the political system. Link shares insights into the values crisis in China and recounts personal anecdotes that illustrate the disconnect between the government's rhetoric and the realities of daily life, highlighting the struggles faced by everyday citizens.