In a powerful follow-up to his New York Times bestseller Sacred Duty, Senator Tom Cotton exposes the seven biggest threats that the Chinese Communist Party poses to America.
Author:
Tom Cotton
Published Year:
2025-02-18
First, let's look at how China is an evil empire.
First, let's look at how China is an evil empire. The book, "Seven Things You Can't Say About China", starts by comparing the modern-day Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to other infamous regimes from history. The CCP, under leaders like Mao Zedong, orchestrated events like the Great Leap Forward and the Cultural Revolution, resulting in the deaths of tens of millions of people. These weren't just policy failures; they were deliberate acts of oppression and control.
The book "Seven Things You Can't Say About China" doesn't just dwell on the past. It connects these historical atrocities to the present-day actions of the CCP, such as the ongoing persecution of religious minorities like Christians, Falun Gong practitioners, and Uyghur Muslims. These are part of a systematic campaign to suppress dissent and enforce absolute loyalty to the party.
The author provides specific examples in "Seven Things You Can't Say About China", like the demolition of churches, the forced organ harvesting of prisoners of conscience, and the mass internment of Uyghurs in Xinjiang. These are real-world horrors happening right now, demonstrating the evil nature of the empire.
Next, let's examine how China is preparing for war.
Next, let's examine how China is preparing for war. The book "Seven Things You Can't Say About China" argues that China's military buildup isn't just about national defense; it's about projecting power and achieving global dominance. This isn't some distant, hypothetical threat; it's happening right now, with real-world consequences.
Consider China's aggressive actions in the South China Sea, where it's building artificial islands and militarizing disputed territories, as highlighted in "Seven Things You Can't Say About China". This is about asserting dominance over the entire region and challenging the existing international order.
The book "Seven Things You Can't Say About China" also points out China's rapidly expanding nuclear arsenal. China is becoming a major player, capable of threatening the United States and its allies. Understanding China's military ambitions is key to preventing a future conflict.
"Seven Things You Can't Say About China" emphasizes that a strong defense is the best deterrent against war, and encourages staying informed about China's military and technological advancements.
Now, let’s move on to the third key concept: China is waging economic world war.
Now, let’s move on to the third key concept: China is waging economic world war. The book "Seven Things You Can't Say About China" argues that China's economic practices aren't just about fair competition; they're about undermining American industries, stealing intellectual property, and gaining unfair advantages. This isn't just about economics; it's about national security.
Think about the massive trade imbalance between the United States and China, as discussed in "Seven Things You Can't Say About China". This is about the loss of American jobs, the decline of American manufacturing, and the erosion of American economic power.
The book "Seven Things You Can't Say About China" provides numerous examples of Chinese companies stealing American technology, costing American businesses billions of dollars and undermining American innovation. Understanding China's economic warfare tactics is key to protecting American jobs and industries.
The author of "Seven Things You Can't Say About China" also discusses the Belt and Road Initiative, a massive infrastructure project that is saddling developing countries with unsustainable debt, giving China leverage over their economies and governments. It's a form of economic imperialism, disguised as aid.
Beyond that, let's look at how China has infiltrated our society.
Beyond that, let's look at how China has infiltrated our society. From Hollywood to academia to professional sports, the Chinese Communist Party is exerting its influence, as detailed in "Seven Things You Can't Say About China".
The book "Seven Things You Can't Say About China" details how Hollywood studios are increasingly self-censoring their films to appease Chinese censors and gain access to the lucrative Chinese market. This means avoiding topics that are considered sensitive by the CCP.
In academia, "Seven Things You Can't Say About China" highlights the growing influence of Confucius Institutes, Chinese government-funded cultural centers that have been accused of suppressing academic freedom and promoting CCP propaganda.
The book "Seven Things You Can't Say About China" uses the NBA's response to a tweet supporting Hong Kong protesters as a case study, showing how China's economic leverage can be used to silence dissent and enforce conformity.
China has also infiltrated the government.
China has also infiltrated the government. The book "Seven Things You Can't Say About China" details numerous cases of Chinese espionage, targeting not just military secrets, but also sensitive economic and technological information.
The author of "Seven Things You Can't Say About China" highlights the case of a Chinese spy who infiltrated the office of a prominent U.S. Senator, working there for nearly two decades. This is a stark reminder of the lengths to which the CCP will go.
The book "Seven Things You Can't Say About China" also discusses the more subtle ways in which China is trying to influence American policymakers, through lobbying, campaign contributions, and even personal relationships.
China is coming for our kids.
China is coming for our kids. This is perhaps the most alarming aspect, and "Seven Things You Can't Say About China" focuses on TikTok, the wildly popular social media app owned by a Chinese company.
The book "Seven Things You Can't Say About China" argues that TikTok is a powerful tool for data collection, propaganda, and even psychological manipulation, collecting vast amounts of data on its users, especially young people.
The book "Seven Things You Can't Say About China" also raises concerns about the content that's being promoted on TikTok, including pro-China propaganda and material that's harmful to children. It's a subtle but powerful way to shape the next generation's views.
Finally, China could win.
Finally, China could win. This isn't a prediction, but a warning from the book "Seven Things You Can't Say About China". If we don't take the threat from China seriously, we could lose the competition for global leadership.
The book "Seven Things You Can't Say About China" argues that this isn't just about military or economic power; it's about the future of freedom and democracy. It's about whether the world will be shaped by authoritarianism or by the values that we hold dear.
The author of "Seven Things You Can't Say About China" suggests seven concrete steps that every American can take, including speaking out against China's human rights abuses, supporting policies that strengthen America's competitiveness, boycotting products made in China, and being aware of Chinese influence operations.
Political correctness is the enemy of art
The Chinese government is a criminal organization
The Chinese people are not free
The Chinese government is a dictatorship
The Chinese government is a threat to the world
The Chinese government is a human rights abuser
The Chinese government is a liar
The Chinese government is corrupt
By
Elizabeth Catte
By
Bruce Weinstein
By
Nathaniel Philbrick
By
Robin Wall Kimmerer
By
Shari Franke
By
Ezra Klein
By
Flatiron Author to be Revealed March 2025
By
Julie Holland M.D.
By
Richard Cooper
By
Brian Tracy