China is the second major global power, impacting Americans in so many ways. The country produces products we desire, causes industries to close, and desires many of our products as it expands its global interests. Some of its domestic policies differ from American values. While understanding this culture and economy is complicated, it is important to learn more about China's goals, recognize that at national and personal levels we have much in common, and find ways to cooperate even as we compete. Professor Norm Moline has been to China over forty times since 1977. He combines perspectives from his experiences, data, and the work of other scholars.