Chinese prefered over Americans (Score 1)

I'm less interested in whether or not it's actually a Laser weapon, or just a laser leading a projectile, than I am the stance the author takes on how to respond to China using the defense weapon. From the article,

If China has conducted an ASAT test, this is extremely bad. I had been hoping that the Bush Administration would push for a ban on anti-satellite testing, either in the form of a code of conduct. The Bush folks, however, have been fond of saying that wasn't necessary, because "there is no arms race in space." Well, we have one now, instigated by an incredibly short-sighted Chinese government. (I suspect this test will have also created a massive debris problem). The United States and other space-faring states should demarche the Chinese government for what is a stupid, clumsy and short-sighted decision. Although this idiotic move by the Chinese government will demonstrate why we don't want hit-to-kill ASAT testing in orbit--that will be a long-term recognition. In the short-term, the Chinese will simply not be credible partners in efforts to keep space peaceful. Moreover, other countries could follow suit with their own anti-satellite programs, including the United States. This is a very disappointing day.

I trust the Chinese with space weapons, a lot more than I trust Americans. Theres a lot of talk about unconventional weapons lately, what's all the buzz about?