I am getting ready leave for Australia. This whole debate does not seem to be going anywhere. Only about 5 people have really done all the communicating. The discussion is laced with insults. Also, I do not think that we need to concentrate so much on Mao. I am interesting in understanding the future trajectory of China, as well as other important economic matters, such as the future of the Asian crisis or its demise, what sort of political openings existing economic forces offer .... Pleaase, until I return, let us cease and desist this disucssion. -- Michael Perelman Economics Department California State University Chico, CA 95929 Tel. 530-898-5321 E-Mail [EMAIL PROTECTED]