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.
The nearby suburbs and states are cheering these acts of fiscal suicide. Chicago residents will make a day of it: Get groceries, clothes, gas, liquor, lunch and drive back to Chicago. Use cash.