Weiser says:
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How much time have you spent in China, outside the prescribed
tourist/business areas? None, I bet.
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I could ask you the same. In my case, I'll answer honestly: "None."

But, every working day I come in contact with dozens of recent
immigrants from China. Each day, I have multiple discussions about life
in China. These people span the entire spectrum from pro-government to
anti. Further, a close acquaintance (venture capitalist) travels to
China at least once every month. He most often travels into the
countryside as he's interested in mining. We frequently discuss his
observations. I think my sources are credible. And yours?

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