Well, where's the difference between USA, or Europe, and China exactly? All three don't give a shit about democracy, and citizens own fewer and fewer things; even cars and computer games are rented, not owned. In the EU, the legal basis for Chat Control has been renewed, and

Critics speak of a democratic foul play. Although the majority of MEPs actually present in the chamber voted against the proposal, it passed.

There you go.

I would leave too if I was in the US.

It's almost like this chemist is a normal person living under capitalism and serving the most benevolent master. Just add sinophobia.