Xi Jinping: The Story of China's most powerful man

PINT-SIZED HISTORY MEET XI JINPING

Welcome to the Season 2 finale of Pint-Sized History!

In this episode, Joe and Zack explore the life of Xi Jinping, the President of China, General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party, and arguably the most powerful man in the world.

Zack leads the way through Xi Jinping’s remarkable journey, including:

• 🧬 Xi's early life and the influence of his father, a purged Communist Party official.
• ⚖️ China’s political instability during Xi's youth and how it shaped his ambition.
• 🧠 Xi’s calculated rise through the CCP ranks, from provincial roles to the Politburo.
• 🏛️ His path to becoming the President of the People’s Republic of China, and how that’s impacted global politics.

Whether you're interested in modern Chinese history, authoritarian leadership, or just love a good origin story, this episode is NOT to be missed.

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