How does Peter Schweizer use historical allusions and metaphors in Blood Money to portray China’s alleged role in America’s social and political instability, and what effect do these literary devices have on the reader’s perception of China’s influence?

To what extent do media and political narratives contribute to public perceptions of global crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, and how can these narratives foster disinformation by framing certain issues within a partisan or conspiratorial context? Cite specific examples from the text to form a counterargument to Schweizer’s claims.

In what ways can the portrayal of foreign influence, such as China’s alleged manipulation of global events, serve as a form of Covert Manipulation and Disinformation that simplifies complex geopolitical and domestic issues? Discuss with reference to the conflation of unrelated problems like drug trafficking, media, and public health in the narrative of “unrestricted warfare.”