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He explains that these individuals have long been sidelined or neutralized. Even when they held some influence, their power was limited and heavily controlled. Today, the CCP’s personnel system is about obedience, not talent or charisma. The party elite are selected for loyalty, not leadership potential, and the system ensures survival through silence. Challengers like Wang Yang or any perceived reformers face systemic elimination—not subtle political battles.
Reasons Behind the Enduring Rumors
So why do these false stories persist? Ken attributes it to three factors:
- Hope: Many want to believe that change is imminent, especially after witnessing oppressive policies and crackdowns.