On Tuesday, a man drove a vehicle into a crowd in Zhuhai in Southern China, killing at least 35 people. Another 43 were injured in the incident. This is a rare case of deadly violence in the country, as police surveillance is constant. The incident seems to be intentional, and is sparking questions about the Communist Party’s record on public safety. Many people in China are on edge about the current slowing economy and a weakening property crisis. Chinese President Xi Jinping ordered an increase in safety and social stability following the attack. The driver was a 62-year-old man, and he drove a small vehicle into a sports center where civilians were exercising. He is currently in a coma. Under the Communist Party, citizens have accepted expanded surveillance in exchange for social stability. However, perceived failure to protect Chinese citizens could erode the party’s legitimacy. 

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