Quote by Ai Weiwei

I think Chinese leadership is trying to tell the world they have another set of logic or reasoning or values which are different from yours. Of course, I don't think they believe that. It's just an argument that's made when you can't confront the truth and facts. They really want to maintain power.

I think Chinese leadership is trying to tell the world they

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This quote suggests that Chinese leadership uses the concept of having a different logic or values as a means to justify their actions and maintain their power. The speaker believes that this is a manipulative tactic employed when faced with inconvenient truths or facts that may challenge their authority. Despite acknowledging that the leadership may not genuinely believe in this alternative logic, the speaker argues that it serves as a convenient argument to deflect criticism and retain control.

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