Bootlicking in Beijing

A look at how flattery, access, and self-censorship shape foreign commentary on China. I’m poking at the incentives that turn analysts and executives into courtiers and what that does to clear-eyed China policy debate.

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Rolly's Take

For the discerning reader who seeks clarity amidst the fog of geopolitical maneuvering. They recognize the cost of courtiers in power and the importance of a raw, unvarnished truth in understanding authoritarianism's grip. This blog whispers to those who refuse to be dazzled by the loudspeakers, instead choosing to pry open the layers of influence and access that distort reality.