Quote by James Dyson

China has all the advantages in the world. But it doesn't have a history of free thinking, risk-taking pioneers - the kind of people the U.S. is built upon.

China has all the advantages in the world. But it doesn't ha

Summary

This quote suggests that China possesses numerous advantages, such as resources and strategic positioning. However, it states that unlike the United States, China lacks a history of individuals who embody free thinking and risk-taking, which are considered fundamental for progress and innovation. The quote implies that the United States owes a significant part of its growth and development to these pioneering individuals, who were willing to challenge norms and take bold steps. In contrast, it asserts that China has not experienced this same tradition of independent thinkers and entrepreneurs.

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By James Dyson

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