Powerful and romantic

The matter passed like this, Xu Junran originally thought that he could finally live a peaceful life, but he didn't expect trouble to find him again.

On this day, Xu Junran was discussing with Liu Chang, director of the Finance Bureau, about the New Year's Day visit in the county. Liu Huaqiang, the director of the county party committee office, walked in with a face of panic, holding a newspaper in his hand. Xu Junran frowned and said to Liu Chang: "Let's leave this matter as it is, let's talk about it when we have time."

Liu Chang is also a smart person, nodded and said: "Okay, county magistrate, I'll go first."

After Liu Chang left, Xu Junran asked Liu Huaqiang, "What happened to Old Liu?"

Liu Huaqiang handed the newspaper to Xu Junran with a wry smile, and said helplessly: "County magistrate, the petition in Taohua Town has been published in the newspaper. Several newspapers in the city have reported this incident, and someone even took a photo."

Xu Junran's expression changed immediately, and he knew that there was trouble again.

Reaching out to take the newspaper, Xu Junran frowned and said, "This matter spread quickly?"

Liu Huaqiang nodded and said, "Several newspapers in the city have reported it, and the first one was Danjiang Daily."

The expression on Xu Junran's face became even more severe. He knew that Danjiang Daily was run by the Municipal Press and Publishing Bureau and had a great influence in the city.

While reading the newspaper, Xu Junran asked, "What do the newspapers say about this matter?"

Liu Huaqiang smiled wryly and said, "It seems that they are all against Secretary Bai, but the evaluation of you is quite high."

Xu Junran breathed a sigh of relief: "Okay, you go first."

After Liu Huaqiang left, Xu Junran picked up a newspaper and read it casually. In today's news, he saw an eye-catching headline - "Petitioners Wearing Filial Piety".

A large picture suddenly came into view, petitioners in mourning clothes entangled with security guards.The sign of the Incheon County Party Committee can also be vaguely seen in the picture.Below the picture, there is a long paragraph of text:

Recently, an unbearable strange incident happened at the gate of the Incheon County Party Committee. Petitioners in filial piety wanted to see the secretary of the County Party Committee, but were stopped by security guards outside the gate. The picture shows a scene of a dispute between the two parties.

Why do they come to petition in filial piety?Is someone making trouble specifically, or is there another hidden secret?After the author inquired, I learned from the person concerned that the county party committee wanted to establish the image of the county.It was decided to demolish the old one-story houses in Shangtang Village on both sides of the road and build model houses uniformly.Due to the extremely limited government subsidy funds, the villagers could not bear the huge economic pressure and did not want to relocate. As a result, the old man in his 90s was crushed to death by the earth wall pushed down by the demolition team.Coordinated by the government.The developer was ordered to pay 5 yuan in compensation for the children and grandchildren of the old man, but the developer refused to pay the compensation on the grounds of posting a relocation notice.In desperation, the grandchildren of the old man had no choice but to petition the county government.

However, unexpectedly, the security guard refused them to enter the gate on the grounds that the secretary was not there. It was not until more than 20 minutes later that Xu Junran, the magistrate of the People's Government of Incheon County, came forward and agreed to the petitioner's request.They just evacuated.

After Xu Junran finished reading it in a hurry, his heart was picked up by something.This article is very focused on objective facts, and there is no praise or criticism for him. The problem is that it points the finger at Bai Lin, the secretary of the county party committee.What would Bai Lin think of this?Isn't this putting him on the fire to roast him?

What's more, this matter was published in a newspaper under the city government, isn't it already known to the whole city?

Thinking of this, Xu Junran continued to read the newspaper.But I was stunned by the letters from the masses below.

Someone said: "For the sake of political achievements, the interests of the common people are completely disregarded. Let alone the well-being of the masses. Such leaders, don't expect them to do things for the common people."

Some people even said: "The image project is really killing people. It is the biggest evil to use the hard-earned money of the people to smear one's face. Don't you see, the city image "Chang'e Flying to the Moon" sculpture at the intersection of the department store a few years ago Like, it cost 40 yuan, and within three years, the officials were transferred away. The image project became a nail blocking traffic. After being pulled out, a large pool was built. The hard-earned money of the people was wasted in vain. Who will Bear this responsibility? No one is investigating, and no one is speaking for the common people. Officials continue to serve as officials, and common people continue to suffer. Are there still few lessons like this? Are the model houses for farmers to live in, or for passers-by to see? It is worthy of serious consideration by decision-makers, not to engage in any more performance projects, the common people cannot afford the money.”

The most embarrassing thing is a letter from a reader signed by Gongdao saying: "Since he is the secretary of the county party committee, why doesn't he dare to meet the masses? He even hides his face and asks the county magistrate to solve the problem for him. Think about it, a county party secretary can face This kind of thing still puts on a high air, such a leader, what qualifications does he have to sit on the rostrum and eat a vegetarian meal."

Xu Junran frowned, and even felt a little numb all over. A brief report and a picture of a petition aroused the anger of the crowd.This also just illustrates a problem, how much the masses hate the current corruption and image projects. Once there is an outlet to vent, they will spare no effort to vent.Although their remarks were a bit extreme, they were not unreasonable, and they also touched on the crux of the problem.For example, the steel ball sculpture at the intersection of the three forks in the city was really a face-saving project that cost people and money. At that time, he was not working in Danjiang City. Later, he just heard that the city government at that time wanted to establish a city image and asked Jinghua University to design it at a high price. It cost 40 yuan to build a statue of a city. It used an iron frame to prop up a female sculpture, holding a moon-shaped steel ball in her hand. It was nicknamed "Chang'e Flying to the Moon". I can't see any aesthetic value, but it is unsightly.

Some people suspect that it was not designed by Jinghua University at all. If Jinghua University designed such a level, it can only prove that the quality of education in Huaxia is too poor.Within three years, the secretary who was in charge of the image project was transferred away, and it was rumored that the secretary's daughter was studying in the capital, and that "Chang'e Flying to the Moon" was his daughter's masterpiece in her freshman year.Later, deputies to the National People's Congress and members of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference wrote letters, saying that "Chang'e Flying to the Moon" was placed at the intersection to obstruct traffic and should be demolished.The new leadership complied with public opinion, and after demolishing it, a pool was repaired.

The common people have such a mentality, Xu Junran actually understands it in his heart, and the image project has indeed become a disguised **.

People have always tended to confuse "image project" with "performance project".In fact, "image project" and "performance project" are not the same thing.In fact.When people talk about "image engineering", the standards are confusing and unclear.The "image projects" we see and hear often appear in poor or not-rich places. It seems that there is no problem with "image projects" in rich areas.But does "image project" refer to construction beyond financial resources, or construction beyond necessity?If all construction beyond financial resources is considered an "image project", then how should poverty-stricken areas be understood to "concentrate on big things" in order to meet the needs of development?Wealthy areas also build more than necessary, often as impressive marks of achievement.This makes people feel that whether a kind of construction can be regarded as an "image project" depends not on whether the construction is more than necessary, but on whether the financial resources are sufficient.

If the "performance project" denies its own rationality with large or small self-interest, then the "image project" is unreasonable.It is not the selfishness of the starting point, but the corruption of the inner logic. The "image project" is launched as a construction "for the benefit of the people", but the logic of the assumption is that the people do not know where their interests lie, so even if they are opposed by the people, they will not hesitate. The people envisioned by the "image project" are a bunch of ignorant people who have no ability to see their own interests, and their destiny must be arranged by wise leaders.

The crux of the problem is not the "starting point" of the project.It lies in why unpopular construction can be launched, why the government has become a cash machine for image projects, and why society has become an object for those in power to take and give at will.Here, public opinion has become a fictitious concept, and the people who are regarded as ignorant of the people have not entered into the decision-making process. The essence of "image project" and "performance project" is that public opinion cannot determine the decision-making results.The arbitrariness of social power inherently determines the emergence of "image projects" and "performance projects", so the real problem is not how to stop "image projects".But how to stop the arbitrariness of social power.

Of course, these are the experiences summed up by experts in later generations. Although Xu Junran knows it, he can't tell anyone.He understands even better that the words "Political Achievement Project" are beautiful and even sacred, and should not be used indiscriminately. It must at least meet the following four conditions: first, it is beneficial to the national economy and the people's livelihood; second, the person in charge has a public heart.Do not seek personal self-interest; third, stand the test of time and practicality; fourth, the person in charge does not claim credit for himself.But because the "Achievement Project" has such a good reputation, it has become the coveted target of corrupt officials.

Xu Junran looked at these newspapers.I was happy and worried at the same time in my heart, and I was happy that these newspapers did not question the work under his jurisdiction, and even praised him a little bit.But what is worrying is that all the spearheads are pointing at Bai Lin alone.

What would Bai Lin think when he saw it?Do you think it's your fault?It would be bad if this was the case. If Bai Lin passed on this suspicion to the higher-level organization, wouldn't the higher-level leaders have a view on him?Once a person has opinions from the organization, his official career is almost over.Thinking of this, Xu Junran broke out in a cold sweat unconsciously.

After flipping through those newspapers for a while, Xu Junran saw another article "Danjiang City's Economic Construction Has Achieved Remarkable Achievements" in Danjiang Life Daily. From the time point of view, it happened two days ago.Above is a photo of seven or eight leading cadres in formal attire, surrounded by mayor Bei Chaoqun, inspecting a newly established economic development zone in Danjiang City.Below the photo, a line of text is attached: "Danjiang City has achieved remarkable results in the work of attracting investment through reform and opening up. A total of more than a dozen foreign-funded enterprises have been introduced, with nearly [-] investment intentions, involving an investment of nearly [-] million yuan."

Putting down the newspaper, Xu Junran began to think carefully in his heart. This matter has something to do with Incheon County, and it also has something to do with the leaders in the city. The economic construction is the result of Mayor Bei Chaoqun, which is a positive report. The mass petition is Duan Shijie It was a critical report caused by his confidant Bai Lin's image project.He couldn't help thinking of Liu Qiang's hints to him before, and Duan Shijie's olive branch extended to him. Obviously, if someone really planned it, then the planner must be a heavyweight in the center of power. This kicked off the contest of high profile figures.

Thinking of this sensitive issue, Xu Junran couldn't help feeling a little excited.It was as if a ray of light had penetrated into his heart, allowing him to see some kind of hope.When two tigers fight, there must be an injury, and according to his feeling, the injury is mostly Bai Lin.Because no matter how Duan Shijie wins or loses, the final result must be that Bai Lin will either be transferred and leave Incheon County sadly, or he will rise to the top, but no matter what, the county party secretary's seat will be vacant.For him, isn't it an opportunity?Even though he knew that this opportunity did not belong to him alone, there were other people in the county, as well as unexpected people, he still had an uncontrollable excitement.

at this time.The phone rang, and Xu Junran answered, "Hi, I'm Xu Junran."

There was a burst of hearty laughter from the other end of the phone. After the laugh, Bei Chaoqun said lightly, "Major Xu, what are you busy with now?"

Xu Junran was taken aback, smiled and said, "It's nothing. I'm smoking. What's the matter? Mayor."

Bei Chaoqun said, "Read the newspaper when you have time, there are a lot of news recently."

After hanging up the phone, Xu Junran thought to himself.At this moment, Bei Chaoqun must have seen the essence of the problem and saw the light of hope, otherwise he would not be so happy, let alone call himself.Follow the routine.If it was really his plan, he would play it quiet.He will never take the initiative to publicize it, for fear that others will suspect that he did it.According to this logic, Bei Chaoqun would definitely not be the mastermind behind the scenes.Obviously, the instigator must be the one who benefits the most. Suppose Bei Chaoqun defeats Duan Shijie, who would be the biggest beneficiary?

What made Xu Junran even more puzzled was, what did Bei Chaoqun mean by calling him at this time?

As for Bei Chaoqun, Xu Junran is becoming more and more confused now. Originally, he thought that since Bei Chaoqun was from Fang Zhongyuan, the governor, he should be on the same front as himself. Xu Junran was really surprised by the fight with Duan Shijie at the top of the standing committee, and his impression of him at that time changed a lot.

In all fairness, Xu Junran thought about it carefully. Duan Shijie should not be behind the incident in the newspaper this time, because Bei Chaoqun did not hinder Duan Shijie's normal promotion, let alone threaten his power. The leader, and the biggest beneficiaries are naturally Xu Junran and Bei Chaoqun.

After lighting a cigarette, Xu Junran hesitated a little. This Danjiang City is indeed an uneasy place.

"County magistrate, Secretary Bai invites you to go over."

At this moment, the door of the office was pushed open, and Liu Huaqiang walked in and said to Xu Junran.

Xu Junran was taken aback for a moment, unexpectedly, Bai Lin would also look for him, probably because he got the news from the newspaper, it seems that he was looking for him to discuss countermeasures.

Thinking of this, Xu Junran nodded and said to Liu Huaqiang, "Call Xiao Wang and go to the county committee."

When they came to the county party committee compound, Deng Wenbing of the county party committee office had been waiting for Xu Junran at the door. Seeing Xu Junran getting off the car, Deng Wenbing quickly said, "County magistrate, the secretary is waiting for you."

Xu Junran nodded, asked Deng Wenbing to lead the way, and followed him upstairs to Bai Lin's county party secretary's office.

Seeing Xu Junran coming in, Bai Lin smiled and said, "Take a seat, I happen to have two boxes of new Longjing tea from a friend here, you can taste it, and if you like it, I will give you a box."

Xu Junran laughed loudly: "Okay, the secretary will give it to me, even if I don't have the right appetite, I will say I have the right appetite."

Wei Yiguang laughed loudly and said: "Talk about the Tao with tea, we just chat for a while, and discuss something with you by the way."

Xu Junran said: "You are an elder, how dare I play an ax in front of the secretary? It's just talking casually."

As the two talked and laughed, the atmosphere became much more harmonious.

Bai Lin took the tea, the packaging was very particular, opened the lid of the box, Xu Junran leaned over to smell it, felt the fragrance overflowing, and said, "It's really fragrant."

Bai Lin smiled and said: "After soaking in water, it will still be fragrant." Then he put a little tea in each of the two transparent teacups, poured half a cup of boiling water, soaked for 1 minute, and filled up the water again. A wisp of fragrance came out, and looking at the cup again, the tea leaves stood up one by one, the small tea leaves were like buds that had just sprouted, and the tea water instantly turned emerald green.

When the leaders are together, there are several things that cannot be discussed: one is women; the other is the evaluation of superior leaders; the third is the appointment of cadres.

Xu Junran and Bai Lin sat together and chatted, women naturally wouldn't talk about it, Xu Junran had no interest in the matter between Bai Lin and Zhang Min, and Bai Lin didn't want to know about Xu Junran's girlfriend who had a mysterious identity. Personally, on the surface, one is the secretary of the municipal party committee and the other is the mayor, so naturally he won't say anything.

As for the appointment and dismissal of cadres, this is to be discussed at the secretary's office meeting, and it is not appropriate to say it here.

So Xu Junran couldn't figure out why Bai Lin called him here today.

Could it be that it is really for the newspaper?

Thinking of this, Xu Junran smiled and said sincerely to Bai Lin: "Secretary Bai, have you read the newspaper this morning?"

With a calm face, Bai Lin nodded to Xu Junran, and said meaningfully: "I saw it, but I just thought it was a bit strange."

Xu Junran's heart moved, and he said in surprise: "Secretary, do you also see something wrong?"