China's dictator Xi Jinping loudly proclaims slogans such as "people-centered", "serve the people", "stay true to the original mission", and "common prosperity".

The slogans sound appealing, but the reality is this: the people are "represented" by him, while they have no vote, no right to hold leaders accountable, no right to choose their government, and no freedom of speech.

By the same logic, if I were to shout a slogan like "everything is centered on Xi Jinping", then claim to represent you—and on that basis live together with your wife—would you agree? Would you be happy? Would you accept that?