If a law can punish conduct that causes a “reasonable person” to feel intimidated or fearful, then speech is no longer judged by intent or action, but by perception.
Why One Nation’s Surge Spells Doom for the Political Cartel
From the political playbook: Propose something outrageous, back down slightly, then pretend the what remains is reasonable and settled.
There are some cracks showing in the Chinese economy. These will drive political change as China becomes the world's biggest economy.
The Chinese edifice is starting to crumble.
As it does, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) become increasingly desperate to maintain control through ever more stringent policy positions and military posturing.
Ultimately, the problems in China will be exposed through economic processes rather than political ones. That's a positive step because it will drive reform as the communist nation heads towards being the world's largest economy.
If a law can punish conduct that causes a “reasonable person” to feel intimidated or fearful, then speech is no longer judged by intent or action, but by perception.
Why One Nation’s Surge Spells Doom for the Political Cartel
From the political playbook: Propose something outrageous, back down slightly, then pretend the what remains is reasonable and settled.
State censorship for citizens. Legal immunity for extremists.
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