From communism to Confucianism : changing discourses on China's political future -- War, peace, and China's soft power -- Hierarchical rituals for egalitarian societies -- Sex, singing, and civility : the costs and benefits of the karaoke trade -- How should employers treat domestic workers? -- The politics of sports : from the 2006 World Cup to the 2008 Olympics -- A critique of critical thinking -- Teaching political theory in Beijing -- On being Confucian : why Confucians needn't be old, serious, and conservative.