Mao's Callous Offer: 10 Million Chinese Women to US in 1973

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In 1973, Mao Zedong proposed to the United States the idea of "giving" up to 10 million Chinese women, a statement that was met with disbelief and irony. Henry Kissinger's response highlighted the absurdity of the proposition, indicating that it would require further consideration. The conversation sparked reflections on the implications of such a proposal, with some humorously lamenting the missed opportunity for Canada to benefit from it. The discussion also touched on perceptions of beauty and attractiveness in the context of the proposal, revealing a mix of humor and critique surrounding the serious undertones of the historical exchange.
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In 1973, Mao offered to "give" the US up to 10 million Chinese women. That's so callous, it's unbelievable!

Can you imagine what Kissinger must have thought?!?
 
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"It is such a novel proposition," Kissinger replied in his discussion with Mao in Beijing. "We will have to study it."
I'm sure that some in Washington did. :rolleyes:

Reminds me of the general in "Dr. Strangelove".
 
Rats! I just realized the single disadvantage of being a Canuck. I would have taken a couple if the offer had been made to Canada.
 
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Rats! I just realized the single disadvantage of being a Canuck. I would have taken a couple if the offer had been made to Canada.

Danger, somehow I knew that would be your opinion... :wink: !
 
As long as they are not ugly. Welcome to America, honey!
 
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