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Cato Weekly Podcast • May 16, 2022 

# The U.S. Should Welcome China’s Young Elites Seeking Exit 

In the wake of devastating Covid lockdowns, young and educated Chinese elites are looking for the exits. The U.S. should make it easier for them to escape. Alex Nowrasteh explains.

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##### [Alex Nowrasteh](/people/alex-nowrasteh)

Senior Vice President for Policy, Cato Institute

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##### [Caleb O. Brown](/people/caleb-o-brown)

Former Director of Multimedia, Host and Executive Producer, *Cato Daily Podcast*, Cato Institute