"I absolutely disagree. Do you know what it means if we accept this order of 500 million pounds? It means that these warships and cannons produced by ourselves may fall on our own soldiers in the future. , The reason why the British gave us this order now was because they did not have enough raw materials and factories to produce these weapons. If we accepted this order, it would mean that we were colluding with the enemy."
The Capitol building was buzzing with people, and a member of Congress was shouting loudly, his face turning red with excitement.
"The president, his name is Huang Hanting, a native of Zhejiang Province. He belongs to a member of the Progressive Party. He is also one of the few members of a small party to enter the Congress. This party is always known for making some shocking remarks." Su Tong was sitting there. Xi Hanqian, secretary-general of the political ax and speaker of the National Assembly, explained to Su Tong softly.
Su Tong nodded after hearing this. It turned out that he was a weirdo who sneaked into the Congress through hype. Such people are inevitable both now and in future generations. Didn't you know that Sister Feng in later generations is so shocking in appearance? Did you get a green card just by relying on hype? This kind of person can act as a troublemaker and can't make any big waves. Someone will naturally deal with him later.
Today is the day when Congress is discussing whether to accept the £500 million arms order from the British government handed over by the Americans. This is the second time that Congress has discussed this bill. The last time it was blocked by Congress was because it was worried about affecting the relationship between China and Germany. Most of the congressmen rejected it. This time the Americans sent the order again, and Su Tong pushed the ball to Congress again. This bill again caused controversy among the congressmen.
Just from one moment to the next, the contradiction between the Chinese and the Germans on the Soviet battlefield has gradually become apparent. Newspapers have also reported on the confrontation between the German Air Force and the Chinese Air Force on the Soviet front. Many people and members of parliament expressed their disapproval of the Germans. They also began to express their dissatisfaction with the overbearing and domineering behavior of the Communist Party of China. Even some of the former pro-German congressmen consciously kept their mouths shut at the cusp of this storm. However, everything has two sides, and there are always some people who like to sensationalize and express their opinions. Distinctive remarks to show your existence.
Sure enough, as soon as Congressman Huang finished speaking, a middle-aged man in a gray suit stood up and asked loudly: "Since Congressman Huang said it so seriously, let me ask Congressman Huang, If we give up this order, will the British really not be able to find other countries to manufacture these weapons? As far as I know, the British are already working hard to improve relations with our country. Last month they put the first A batch of cultural relics from our country have been returned to our country. In the next few months, a second and third batch of cultural relics will be shipped from British ports. This is enough to show the sincerity of the British government. Why do you insist that the British will do that? Are these weapons used against us? Do you know how many jobs can be created and how much wealth can be added to us with this order?"
"This is a member of the Congress Party, his name is Sun Chuanxi. He is a member of Congress elected by the business community in Shandong. Behind him, he represents the interests of a group of manufacturers in Shandong Province, including many shipyards and several arms companies in Shandong Province. I have been eyeing this order for a long time." Xi Hanqian's words of explanation rang in Su Tong's ears at the right time.
Regarding this order, Su Tong still prefers the next one. The money earned by the foreign devils will not be in vain. Anyway, most of these warships and aircraft will be used by the Germans. The British have no way to attack the Chinese government before defeating the Germans. Damn it, Churchill doesn't even have this bit of political wisdom.
Today, the conference room was chaired by Speaker Xi Hanqian. After listening to the debate among the members, he gently knocked the gavel in his hand and announced that the voting process was in progress. As expected by Su Tong and most people, this meeting was announced a few months ago. The vetoed bill was passed by the vast majority of MPs today. After all, no one can ignore an order that can add tens of thousands of jobs. MPs all rely on votes. If voters know about their 500 million pound order, it will be If they are pushed out like this, it will be difficult to keep the seats under their butts. For many people who are accustomed to enjoying the glory of being a member, if they lose their status as a member, it will be worse than death.
Listening to the growling in his stomach, Su Tong sighed softly. Such a simple matter had to be dragged through for a long time before it could be passed by the Congress. This made Chief Su quite helpless. Sometimes he also He was thinking about whether it was right or wrong for him to create such a thing to check and balance himself. Sometimes when he saw the members of Congress pointing fingers at everything, he wanted to go over with a machine gun and shoot them all. But every time in the end, Su Tong resisted these thoughts. Perhaps this is the price of Mingzhu. Although these systems have flaws of one kind or another, Su Tong knows better the consequences of abuse of rights without restrictions. Even Su Tong, a later generation, There is no guarantee that everything they do is correct. Although these congressmen have selfish motives and purposes of one kind or another, and they also represent different interest groups behind them, they have learned from the moment they entered the Capitol. One point is compromise. Yes, a politician who cannot compromise is not a qualified politician.
When the results of the voting came out, Su Tong let out a long breath and it was finally over. The next step should be the process of dividing the cake among the domestic arms dealers.
After the meeting, Su Tong slowly walked out of the Capitol Building and walked towards his car when a voice suddenly stopped him.
"Jianming, please stay."
Su Tong looked back and saw that it was Vice President Chiang who was calling him from behind.
"It turns out to be Mr. Jiang." Su Tong turned around and said with a smile, "What can I do for Mr. Jiang?"
Vice President Jiang quickly came to Su Tong with a smile on his face: "Are you free today? Come to my house for a light meal."
"Oh" Su Tong couldn't help but was surprised for a moment. This man doesn't usually invite people to his home for dinner, especially after becoming the vice president. It seems that there must be something waiting for him today. Su Tong His mind was spinning rapidly, and he really couldn't think of anything that would warrant a treat from the vice president, but he still smiled calmly and said, "Of course, being respectful is not as good as obeying orders, so I won't bother you."
"That's good, that's good." Vice President Jiang secretly breathed a sigh of relief when he saw Su Tong's promise. He waved his hand and a black car slowly drove to the side and stopped. The driver quickly got out of the car and opened the door. Vice President Jiang smiled and said: "In that case, let's ride in the same car together. Jianming, please invite me first." After that, he stretched out his hand in a gesture of invitation.
Su Tong didn't dare to take it seriously at first glance. After all, he was several dozen years older than him. If he really got into the car so carelessly and was regarded as disrespectful to his elders in the eyes of others, his reputation as a disrespectful person would be established.
Su Tong shook his head like a broken drum, and insisted on letting Vice President Chiang get in the car first before he got in. The behavior of the two people naturally made people who had just come out of the Capitol have some suspicions in their minds.
After arriving at Vice President Chiang's official residence, the two went directly to the small restaurant. At this time, Mrs. Chiang was already waiting for them with two guests. Only when Su Tong saw these two people did he understand the purpose of Vice President Chiang's treat today.
When he was there, he couldn't help but look back at Vice President Chiang.
Upon seeing this, the generals and deputy generals couldn't help but smile bitterly and said: "Jianming, I can't help it, so I won't do it next time."
At this time, the visitor hurriedly walked up to Su Tong and said with a smile: "President, don't blame Zhongzheng. This is all our attention. Zhongzheng and the others were also disturbed by us and had no choice but to do this. Otherwise, they want to see you."
It’s not easy.”
The visitors were none other than Mrs. Chiang's eldest brother-in-law, the former Executive President and Minister of Finance Kong Xiangxi and his wife. Seeing this fat man with a smile on his face and thinking about the issues passed by Congress today, Su Tong couldn't guess the purpose of this fatty Kong's visit.
No need to mix it up.
"Yes, it was our couple's idea for the president to invite you here today. Don't blame Zhongzheng and the others." Song Ailing on the side also helped with a smile.
Looking at the smiling couple next to him, Chief Su's heart went through countless circles in an instant. Ever since he came to power, Fatty Kong had been dismissed from all his posts and had to go into business.
, I heard that they opened a shipyard in Qingdao, Shandong last year. It seems that they must be interested in the order from the British.
Thinking of this, Su Tongxiao also smiled and said: "How could I blame Vice President Chiang? It is not an easy thing to get Vice President Chiang to take the initiative to treat me to a guest. I have treated him to dinner so many times, but he can't even
You haven't invited me back once. It's not easy to come here today. I have to eat back whatever you say today. But I am a meat-loving person. You must not be without meat when you invite me to dinner.
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"Haha" everyone laughed when they heard this, and Mrs. Jiang on the side also laughed and said, "Don't worry, Jianming, knowing you are coming today, I have already prepared some good dishes in the kitchen, and I will definitely let you enjoy your meal today."
Amidst chatting and laughing, everyone sat down one by one. Mrs. Jiang picked up a bottle of wine and walked behind Su Tong to fill the wine glass in front of him. "Jianming, I know you like to drink Moutai. This bottle of 30-year-old Moutai is specially made by me."
Brought here, you may want to drink a few more drinks today."
Su Tong quickly stood up and raised his glass with both hands, and said with a wry smile: "Madam, aren't you trying to offend me as a junior? I'd better let me do it myself, otherwise I won't be able to drink this wine."
Upon seeing this, Mrs. Jiang smiled slightly and stopped insisting, returning to her original position.
After three rounds of wine and five dishes, Fatty Kong, who was sitting opposite Chief Su, smiled and said something to Su Tong.