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That was the neocon dream of the 90's -- let China into the world economy and the PRC will either fall or be forced to accept democracy. 30 years later it's pre
by ng12 7y ago
That was the neocon dream of the 90's -- let China into the world economy and the PRC will either fall or be forced to accept democracy. 30 years later it's pretty clear that was foolish.
- 33210throwaway 7y agoIs 30 years a lot of time for social change? It took the British over 70 years to fully pacify the Hong Kong people, culminating in the ‘67 protests that ended with over 50 dead protesters. Heck, it took well over a hundred years after the Civil War before true civil rights. Maybe we just need more time before the Chinese change?
- stingraycharles 7y ago30 years might not be enough for fundamental social change as you describe, but it’s more than enough for China to become a major economical player. While I of course admire the idea of the west standing up to China, the reality is that the free market is large, and doesn’t necessarily care. In the end I think it’s mostly important to get rid of our “addiction” to cheap factories and production in China, as it proves problematic long-term.