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Another country has called Xi a 'dictator' and China is not happy with that description (edition.cnn.com)

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China has lashed out at Germany after its foreign minister called Xi Jinping a “dictator” and summoned Berlin’s ambassador for a dressing down, in the latest flaring of tensions with a western democratic power over how the Chinese leader is described overseas.

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[–] [email protected] 31 points 1 year ago (1 children)

"Dictator" is such an ugly word. I prefer "Tyrant." It's much more damning.

[–] [email protected] -5 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

Dictator is the better word because it implies a choice by the people. It's the reason why Octavian is the first Roman emperor but every ruler wants to be a Caesar.

In a way, calling Xi a dictator recognizes his legitimization. I am sure that was not intended.