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20. They're always thinking about it.

Reply to Scalded Nun (Reply #10)

Mon Jan 5, 2026, 12:40 AM

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So far deterrence is still working but from the Chinese perspective, the US looks like an empire in decline. China is out-growing our military, and is increasing their nuclear capability very quickly. A move on Taiwan would risk "Cooking the Golden Goose" of the chip manufacturing facilities.

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