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Li Zuocheng emerges as frontrunner for the Politburo

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Ever hear of Li Zuocheng? If not, you might want to check out his resume.
According to the SCMP, Li is expected to be promoted to vice chairman of the Central Military Commission (CMC) at the 19th Party Congress. That should get him a seat on the Politburo.
Why Li has the inside track:

“Li is ...