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Lynch had met the leader of the working group more than once, but had no in-depth conversations.

Just like at some ordinary social events, the organizer asked him to briefly introduce the other guests. Everyone had met each other before, knew each other's names, and nodded to each other.

That's all.

The team leader is actually a member of the Progressive Party. Logically speaking, he and Lynch are both important members of the Progressive Party and should cooperate closely with each other. Why is this situation happening now?

This is the most interesting, complex and real scene in federal politics.

A party is a camp.

And your own choice is your stance!

Any member of the Progressive Party can, in his capacity as a member of the Progressive Party, do something that is not in the interest of the Progressive Party.

After all, for federal people who advocate freedom and respect independent personality, their own decisions are far greater than the collective decisions.

Most people are exposed to experiences like "If they want to sacrifice you, you can say no."

This is also destined to lead to many similar situations in the complex political arena.

But when the Progressive Party needs him, he will often side with the Progressive Party because he needs to repay the political support given to him within the party.

For those who do not know how to be grateful and repay, the road will only become narrower and narrower.

The place where the two met was in Lynch's villa. The spacious villa was filled with the power of wealth.

People may pay attention to these at first, but as they pay more attention, it won’t matter anymore.

"Please sit down..."

Lin Qi invited the team leader to sit down. He thought that the team leader would come to him soon, but he didn't expect it to be so soon.

But this also shows that the other person is a smart person, and it will be easier to chat with smart people.

Lynch had someone deliver some coffee, and neither of them spoke at first.

After about half a minute, the team leader picked up the coffee and took a sip.

Very delicious coffee, and you can feel the price of the coffee beans as soon as you take a bite.

After complimenting the coffee, the team leader said, "Actually, Congress also has its own considerations..."

Lin Qi didn't object to him continuing. Seeing that Lin Qi had no objection, he naturally wouldn't let it go.

"You don't know how much shock you gave everyone when you shouted out one trillion."

“Even if one percent of the money can be kept in taxes, that’s 10 billion.”

“But do you know what the total tax revenue was in the first half of this year?”

Without waiting for Lin Qi to guess, the team leader gave him the answer. He stretched out a finger and said, "One hundred billion."

"Now that the federation is in a postwar dividend state, we're not sure how long the current high economic growth can last."

"Experts say it's possible it could last five to 10 years, or possibly longer."

"But what the experts say..." The team leader smiled implicitly to express his attitude.

The words of experts... will always make people feel confused.

One group of experts will say left, another group will say right, and then another group will say neither left nor right.

That way, whether the outcome is left, right, or somewhere in the middle, there will always be a group of experts who are right.

These experts are special means used by the ruling group to help the people at the bottom stabilize their emotions. After all, for the vast majority of federal people who still have low academic qualifications, experts represent authority.

As long as a small group of experts correctly judge the future situation, they can help the rulers guide the direction of public opinion and cognition.

Now many experts are boasting that the rapid economic development of the Federation can continue for ten to twenty years. The five to ten years mentioned by the team leader is a very conservative statement——

This is the trick of the rulers, because everyone has different ideas. Some people are very optimistic, and they will believe it if you say it for a hundred years.

But some people are naturally less optimistic, suspicious, and like to question.

It cannot be said that Hulong... no, it should be said that it has guided some people and ignored others.

What if these people are not smart and start creating some negative information in society?

After all, the Federation is so free and the air is so sweet. Anyone can give public lectures in a crowded place without even applying.

Therefore, some people are still needed to guide different groups of people.

But in any case, this rapid economic growth has its limits.

It cannot grow endlessly and will inevitably slow down after exhausting all its potential.

Once the federal economic growth slows down, it is likely to trigger a new round of Great Depression——

International hot money has no bottom line in its desire for profits, and at the same time it is decisive in avoiding risks.

As long as they believe that continuing to keep funds in the federation cannot obtain the high profits they expect, and the risks begin to increase, it is very likely that they will quickly withdraw funds and leave the federation again.

Although the federal government, under the leadership of Mr. Trueman, has introduced initiatives such as the "departure tax" to limit the irresponsible escape of large sums of money.

But if these people are really determined to leave, the departure tax will not stop them.

It's nothing more than paying half or even more, which is much better than giving it all to the federation.

Based on various considerations, the only thing that can be done at the moment is to let experts spread optimism.

If all this comes true, Slem, which does not rely on the federal domestic economy and finance, will become a very special place!

Now, its taxes may only account for a few percent of total federal tax revenue.

But when economic growth slows down, its proportion may be much higher than it is now!

Only then can its true value be reflected!

Lynch pursed his lips and smiled twice to express the same view. The so-called experts actually speak based on the needs of the upper class. This is a political event and a political task.

Sometimes they say things that are obviously incompetent, don't they know it?

In fact, they know better than anyone else, but acting according to the script not only has advantages, but also can win the appreciation of big shots.

If you don't act according to the script...

You know, living in this world, being sober is not necessarily a good thing!

The team leader was not angry when Lynch didn't talk to him, "Slem is very important to the federation, and even the entire state is equally important!"

"Once there is a problem with the federal economic development, this will be the last guarantee!"

"So Congress hopes to be able to control such an important area. If any surprises occur, we can adjust our strategies immediately."

"It has risen to the level of national security!"

The team leader's words explained the matter clearly and reasonably. Ordinary people might think that what he said made sense.

From small reasons to big principles, it seems that it is really the same thing.

But Lynch sees things from a different perspective. No matter how well you say it, your ultimate goal is to take away control of the entire state.

He shook his head slightly, "I don't agree with you."

"I don't deny that Slem is important, both to me and to the federal government."

"But I don't think it would be any better to give it and local councils to Congress than it is now, it's like my baby and you guys are just trying to be its stepfather."

"Have you ever heard of any stepfather who is so kind to a child that is not his own?"

The team leader frowned slightly, "Your metaphor is not quite correct. It does not apply to the situation we are facing now..."

"Why doesn't it apply?" Lynch's counterattack was also quick, "This place was originally in ruins, and I led some people to invest immeasurable wealth here."

"It was just beginning to prove its place in the world, and now you're taking it away."

"The purpose of taking it away is not to make it better, I just hope to suck blood from it."

"So I can't agree to your request."

"As for the national security issues you mentioned..." Lynch smiled, "Actually, there have been no differences between us from the beginning."

"It's just the greed of Congress that divides us, don't you think?"

Lin Qi's words stunned the team leader for a moment, but he quickly came to his senses.

Catherine has not said before what strategy she will use to deal with the pressure from Congress. In other words, pay taxes when they should be paid and withhold what should be withheld.

This is how all regions develop.

Federal taxes, state taxes, regional taxes.

The former is turned over to the national treasury, while state and regional taxes are retained locally. There is no conflict between the two parties.

But Congress wanted more, and not just the control of the tax revenue in the treasury. They actually wanted direct control of Slem's lifeblood.

In this way, they can have their share in the trillions of flowing water!

In the final analysis, it is still profit.

Without the temptation of profit, who the hell would want to bother this god?

The team leader laughed. He knew that he could not convince Lynch, and what Lynch said was not unreasonable.

Miraculously, he felt that Lynch was actually right!

If Congress does not want to gain more power and control of more wealth, there is no need to initiate new proposals, let alone send a working group down.

It's still the fault of money.

The team leader tried one last time, "Is there no chance to talk at all?"

"I talked with the professor and it may not be impossible for her to enter Congress..."

Lynch asked rhetorically, "As long as we control the city, do you think she can't get into Congress?"

There is no doubt that you can definitely get in.

Be it professor or Catherine, they cannot hold the power of the region here forever.

As long as they leave, there will be countless people who want to take their jobs.

But the problem is that Lynch's control over Slem is absolute.

In other words, as long as Lynch doesn't nod, it will be difficult for others to sit firmly in these positions and maintain them.

There are interests and bargaining chips that need to be exchanged. Using these as a means of exchange, there will always be someone willing to compromise with Lynch.

It will definitely be very easy to send two women to Congress by then!