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He describes Xi’s leadership as an “institutionalized dictatorship,” built under the guise of anti-corruption campaigns and party renewal, reinforcing his unchallengeable authority. The entire structure is designed to eliminate dissent and ensure loyalty—making the notion of a sudden overthrow or internal rebellion a near impossibility.
Debunking the Myth of the “Party Veterans” and Factions
Another persistent rumor involves the so-called party veterans—former leaders or factional groups supposedly plotting to challenge Xi. These stories suggest that figures like Jaba or Wang Yang could lead a reformist uprising, or that remnants of political factions are regrouping behind the scenes. Ken dismisses these notions as outdated fantasies.