China is falling into the Dictator's Trap with Xi. I'm not saying the Communist Party was ideal, but having a system where the entire party kept itself in check

China is falling into the Dictator's Trap with Xi. I'm not saying the Communist Party was ideal, but having a system where the entire party kept itself in check worked surprisingly well, and each generation knew the next generation, including their children, would inherit the party and they worked to keep things good and all the factions in check. With Xi, there is no point in any of that. You surround yourself with sycophants and send away anyone who you deem a threat. Your concerns for the country become entirely around how the country can benefit yourself, specifically securing your position as their master until your death. Expect to see a lot more nationalism and isolationism as Xi pits China against the boogeymen countries of the world.