"If “the world’s greatest company,” Apple, and many others find themselves in a situation where they cannot continue to operate without [the People's Republic of] China, it is unlikely that politicians would risk sinking the boat of global business for the sake of [civil] rights. …Apple walks a tightrope between economic pragmatism and moral accountability. The company has thrived due to China’s industrial prowess, but [award-winning journalist Patrick] McGee suggests that Apple’s deep dependence on Chinese manufacturing puts it in an uncomfortable position, especially as geopolitical tensions rise."