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Is Chinese history repeating itself in the US?

Scholars and commentators in both the US and China are drawing comparisons between the early months of President Donald Trump’s second term and communist dictator Mao Zedong’s Cultural Revolution. But some believe the way of Mao is unlikely to take root in America. CNN's Kristie Lu Stout explores the similarities and differences between the two leaders.

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