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An intriguing point is made about China's cultural work ethic and long-term planning. The Chinese emphasis on "the hundred years of humiliation" fuels a collective drive to restore national pride through technological and economic dominance. Their relentless work ethic—epitomized by the "996" schedule—reflects an ingrained cultural motivation to outperform and outlast rivals.
Conversely, the US is depicted as somewhat complacent—distracted by social issues, internal disagreements, and political infighting. The question posed is whether the US has enough hunger to outcompete a hungry, disciplined China over the next 20 to 40 years—a window in which China's demographic trends and economic momentum could decisively tip the scales.