Between a rock and a hard place — Hong Kong’s democrats
A view of Hong Kong politics in the wake of the pan-democratic primaries and recent postponement of the Legislative Council elections.
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Lost jobs. Sagging GDP. All in the name of “winning the deal” instead of doing what’s best for American competitiveness.
Banning TikTok is a terrible idea
Measures are needed to ensure data security. But here’s a more sensible approach.
The absurdity of trying to sue China over COVID-19
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In Taiwan, is it ‘COVID-19’ or ‘Wuhan pneumonia’?
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Is Chinese thought work coming to America?
“I know this one pusher walks around humming a tune and everybody he passes takes it up. He is so grey and spectral and anonymous...
China has played itself
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What Warren’s trade plan means for China
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