I’m now starting ‘Made in China’ by @lizingleson.bsky.social, which traces the origins of US-China economic entanglement since the early 1970s, ie since Mao’s late reign. Perfect read alongside Westad/Chen, as it brings in the external dimension of China’s reform and opening up. Highly recommended.

Being scatter-brained, I need to make it a routine or it won't happen. First goal: get all these floating, unpublished writings landed somewhere, then move on to other things. During breaks, I'd love to do this six days a week. sigh