Trump's Attacks on U.S. Institutions May Backfire, Boosting China and Innovation

TL;DR
The article argues that U.S. political decisions, including budget cuts and hostile immigration policies, are undermining America's innovation system, allowing China to catch up and potentially surpass the U.S. in R&D spending and technological advancements, which could threaten long-term economic and military strength. It emphasizes the need for bipartisan support and strategic policies to revitalize innovation and maintain global leadership.
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