The dynamics of censorship in China have evolved, with increased scrutiny on individuals amplifying dissenting voices, particularly those connected to exiled dissidents.

The black box nature of the Chinese Communist Party's operations makes it difficult for journalists to operate in China, and there are strict limitations on discussing the private lives of Chinese leaders and corruption issues.

Censorship in modern China operates through fear, friction, and flooding, making it difficult for citizens to access information that contradicts the government's narrative.

The Chinese government has a history of disappearing individuals who challenge its authority, as exemplified by the fate of the 'Tank Man' and other protest figures.

Xi Jinping's leadership has seen a narrowing of acceptable variations of Chinese identity, contrasting with the post-Tiananmen period that allowed more civil society space.

The case of Guo Wengui, a Hong Kong bookseller who was kidnapped and remains imprisoned in China, illustrates the risks faced by those who publish works critical of the Chinese Communist Party.

The Chinese Communist Party's strategy has shifted to providing more consumer choices while tightening political control, aiming to prevent unrest similar to the Tiananmen Square protests.

Despite censorship, many students from mainland China demonstrate incredible free-thinking abilities, suggesting that the system is more porous than often perceived.

The Chinese Communist Party is aware of the power of imagery, as seen in their efforts to control the narrative around protests and suppress images that could inspire dissent.