The PRC and the Pattern of Military-Driven Regimes

China’s early state formation bears a striking resemblance to the pattern seen in many African military dictatorships. In these regimes, armed forces often overthrow a democratically elected government and then use military power to draft a constitution, formalizing authority already seized.

Similarly, in 1949, the Chinese Communist Party relied on the People’s Liberation Army as the core power base. The constitution and the so-called Common Program were created after the government was already in place, with PLA commanders participating directly in drafting. Ordinary citizens had no input, no referendum, and no transparent debate.

The pattern is clear: first seize power by force, then create laws to legitimize it. Social contract principles—free consent, transparency, and exit rights—are entirely absent. Just like in many military-dominated regimes in Africa, the constitution functions as a tool to formalize authority, not as an agreement reflecting the will of the people. #Democracy #Christ #Peace #Freedom #Liberty #Humanrights #人权 #法治 #宪政 #独立审计 #司法独立 #联邦制 #独立自治