Much of the routine trade and investment between China and America is entirely appropriate and in America’s interest. But inserting the Chinese Communist Party into America’s pay-to-play system and its economic development strategy isn’t just crossing a line. It’s a leap into an abyss of stupidity.
Why buy a car when you can steal a car. It is quicker and easier than having to deal with a car dealer. Cops do not look for stolen cars and even if you are caught nothing happens anyways. The streets are run by the criminals now.