The Jordan Harbinger Show 643: Laowhy86 | How the Chinese Social Credit Score System Works Part One
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Mar 29, 2022 Laowhy86, an American YouTuber who spent a decade documenting life in China, shares his gripping experiences. He delves into the intricate workings of China’s social credit system, revealing how it monitors citizens and affects their lives. With stories of surveillance and governmental control, he contrasts his initial positive views of China with harsh realities. Laowhy86 also discusses the CCP's propaganda tactics, his sudden flight from the country, and sheds light on myths that need debunking. It's a riveting glimpse into a society under tight scrutiny.
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Rongcheng: Testing Ground for Social Credit
- The social credit system is being tested in Rongcheng, a city known for CCP pilot projects.
- Laowhy86 discovered official documents outlining the system's point-based structure and its connection to privileges.
Consequences of Social Credit Scores
- A high social credit score offers advantages for school and job applications, especially government positions.
- Low scores lead to probation, inspections, public shaming, job loss, and restricted travel.
WeChat Shaming
- Jordan Harbinger's Chinese teacher encountered a friend's low social credit status on WeChat.
- The app displayed a warning about unpaid debts, highlighting the system's public shaming aspect.