President Trump is seeking a fundamental break from historical norms in a way that bears comparison with the decade of turmoil Mao Zedong instigated in China, albeit in a much less violent way.
President Donald Trump attends an indoor Presidential Inauguration parade event in Washington, January 20, 2025. Credit: Matt Rourke via AP Images
In my countless travels to China over the years, last week was the first time I have ever had a frank and honest discussion about the Cultural Revolution. When I would raise the topic in the past, there was usually an awkward silence followed by a quick desire to change the subject. That was not the case this time.
Stephen Roach at a panel on 'Inclusive Globalization that Benefits All: Paths and Actions', held during the Boao Forum for Asia, Hainan, March 26, 2025. Credit: CCG
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