Chapter 2944: Be Frank
"Yes, Feng," Xiao Aohei was a little excited, "We can give up anything, but we can't give up our ideals."
Feng Yiping believes that O'Hei, who has just entered the White House, is still somewhat idealistic, or that he needs to take some actions to show that he is not a traditional politician who only weighs pros and cons, but a person with ideals and Leaders who are willing to work hard for their ideals.
He needs to continue the fresh image he has established since the beginning of the campaign - to put it bluntly, it is also a matter of personality.
For example, closing Guantanamo Bay is certainly morally defensible and must protect the rights and interests of everyone. However, such a move will naturally not be accepted by some Americans emotionally.
There are many base suspects detained in Guantánamo, so for those who lost their loved ones in 911 and the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, those guys fully deserved the abuse they suffered.
Xiao Aohei still made such a decision, so at this time, he still has some ideals.
But if I remember correctly, it seems that Guantanamo has always existed until the end, that is, it still failed to be closed in the end. This shows that the person in front of me is, in the final analysis, nothing more than a politician.
Therefore, how could Feng Yiping give pointers to his established plans and directions?
Although he was asking for advice tactfully, Feng Yiping believed that if he really said that his plan was subject to discussion, Xiao Aohei would definitely feel unhappy.
Since you are the President of the United States, why can't I promote some correct plans according to my own wishes and govern the country according to my own wishes?
What does a person like him who has just ascended to a high position want most? It’s the corresponding respect!
Of course Feng Yiping would follow him and give him such respect, because whether the US government does well or not, it has no direct impact on him. His first priority is to maintain the relationship with this person.
"But therefore, my friend, we must be prepared to pay the price for this," Feng Yiping reminded.
He does not know the results of the U.S. midterm elections at the end of 2010, but through think tank speculation, he does not rule out that the Democratic Party will lose control of Capitol Hill next year, and that Republicans will win the gubernatorial races in more states.
In other words, soon after taking office, O'Hei may become a lame president. One of the consequences of this is that not only O'Hei will adjust his team, but some of the people who are now enthusiastically surrounding him may Will take the initiative to keep distance from him, that is, leave him.
——This is why he said when communicating with Buchanan that if he is dissatisfied with his current position, he should have an opportunity within one or two years.
The mid-term elections were unfavorable, and some people around him took the initiative to leave, which naturally made O'Hei a little embarrassed at that time.
Xiao Aohei nodded, "I have been prepared for that a long time ago,"
It has to be said that this is certainly a talented person, and he also has the qualities that can make things happen, that is, not only can he be sure of the future, but he can also accept unfavorable or failure situations relatively calmly.
While the two of them were communicating, Michelle, who had been keeping quiet, joined in at this time, "Feng, you must have some ideas, right?"
This couple really works well together.
Feng Yiping said, "Perhaps Buchanan's department can provide some surprises,"
Xiao Aohei immediately laughed. It seemed that he wanted to pat Feng Yiping on the shoulder, but in the end, he patted him on the dining table. "Haha, I knew that Buchanan's choice must have deep meaning,"
Michelle said, "Thank you, Von,"
Feng Yiping said this, which naturally means that if Buchanan's Small Business Administration achieves anything, it cannot do without his support behind it.
"You're welcome, we are friends, aren't we?" Feng Yiping said.
"Friend," Xiao Aohei said a little unnaturally, "Speaking of this, Feng, I'm sorry about the hearing,"
"You may also know that Barney Frank not only wants to clear his responsibilities for subprime mortgages, he also wants to take this opportunity to introduce a new bill targeting the banking industry, so I really can't stop him,"
If he is a friend who helps each other, then of course he has to help Feng Yiping in such a matter, but in the end, he failed to do it.
"No, my friend, you don't have to worry about this at all. I understand it very well," Feng Yiping smiled. "Besides, look at the final result, isn't it great?"
Abama also laughed, "Haha, Frank originally hoped to further improve his reputation through this hearing, but now, he must regret this decision very much,"
Feng Yiping shook his head, "He said that I am a proud person, and that may be true, because whether it is pride or humility, arrogance or gentleness, meanness or generosity... these are all me. The question is, which part of me does he want to inspire? aspect,"
Little O'Hei paused for a moment, then immediately started laughing again, "He will reap what he sows, and reap what he sows."
Feng Yiping spread his hands, "He asked so enthusiastically, I really can't refuse,"
Michelle looked at the two men who were laughing and asked, "Feng, since we are friends, we also hope that we can do something for you."
Finally we have to touch on this issue.
Before, they were not worried about this matter, and it was not easy to talk about it, because really speaking, they did not have much ability to help Feng Yiping at that time. Now, of course, they have the relevant abilities, so this matter may also bring them Here comes the pressure.
They must also know that, in many cases, free things are the most expensive.
Feng Yiping, who has helped them so much, has no demands now. Maybe the final demands will be too big for them to bear.
"Sorry, can I have a glass of wine?" Feng Yiping said.
"Of course," Little Aohei became active, "There are quite a lot of them here, which one do you need?"
"Tequila, no ice,"
Hearing Feng Yiping ask for strong liquor, Little Aohei was stunned for a moment, but he prepared it immediately.
Feng Yiping took a sip, "I always remember the scene of our first meeting, and I always remember that we both had ideals at that time,"
The first couple nodded. In any case, they certainly would not deny such words.
They also understood that Feng Yiping meant to emphasize that his original support was not too utilitarian, because Illinois has never been the focus of his investment.
"That's why I think we should be the same kind, and I also believe that, like me, Mr. President will definitely succeed, but I really didn't expect that he would achieve such success,"
"This is inseparable from your support," Michelle added to Feng Yiping's words.
"Now, through our own efforts, we can finally make an impact on the world. Yes," he looked at the first couple, "I rarely talk about it to the outside world. I want to change the world, but I do want to make it a better world."
O'Hei nodded, "We are all idealists!"
"But we have to face reality," Feng Yiping replied, "I am a businessman. I just hope that through the efforts of my colleagues and I, while the company develops, we can bring some positive changes to the world. But frankly speaking, in the United States, because of my nationality, I have always been a little worried."
"I believe you two also know that many people will resist companies founded by foreigners, especially those founded by citizens of non-allied countries."
O'Hei thought for a while, "This is a helpless fact,"
But he added, "This is a helpless fact that exists in many countries,"
Meaning, it's the same over there.
Feng Yiping certainly would not argue with him on this point, "So, I think you can understand my concerns about my legitimate rights and interests in business,"
"So I hope that if I encounter something similar, I can get some support. You see, I won't have any problems in other aspects, and even if there are problems, I can solve them."
For some things, he is very clear that he will do his best for the economic development of our country, but he has never thought of using his personal relationship with little O'Hei to affect the relationship between the two countries.
For a businessman, that is a way to seek death without knowing one's own strength.
"This is my only hope as a pure businessman. Of course, I have been making various efforts to avoid such a bad situation, but if something happens..."
"Haha, I hope you don't think I am too mercenary because of this,"
"No, Feng, this is very reasonable," said Aohe, who felt much more relaxed, "This is completely your legitimate right. We have never supported those who always hope to achieve commercial goals through political means,"
Feng Yiping knew that this was also said to himself, "Then, I think I will feel much more at ease from now on,"
"It should be so," the President of the United States of America then started to talk about family matters very affectionately, "How is Amanda? Michelle and I welcome her to visit us very much. Maria and Sasha also hope to meet her very much..."
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