Back at the management committee, Lu Yiwei immediately called Zhao Jialin to report the matter and ask for advice. Unexpectedly, Zhao Jialin replied: "I don't have time now. You hold on for a while."
When he hung up, he was still mumbling: "These unruly people!"
From the other end of the phone, Lu Yiwei could hear the sound of mahjong coming from the other side. He endured it and hung up the phone, saying to Xiao Du, "Go open the conference room and buy some fruits and melon seeds for the meeting later."
Xiao Du stood there for a long time and said: "Director Lu, we need Director Liang's approval if it involves purchasing."
Lu Yiwei's anger rose and he said angrily: "Why is it so troublesome for you to do something? Do I need to ask Liang Guodong?"
Little Du looked like a dead pig that was not afraid of boiling water and walked out with an unhappy face.
"Jiangang, I will hold a meeting for everyone later. You can say whatever you want to say. But one thing is, it must be based on facts. Don't exaggerate, and don't make things up out of nothing. Okay?"
Ren Jiangang had a good impression of Lu Yiwei. He was not arrogant at all. It was more like he was chatting with his brother. He nodded and said: "Director Lu, don't worry. I still have some prestige in the village. The villagers all listen to me."
Lu Yiwei was more interested and asked: "What do you usually do?"
Ren Jiangang said: "I worked in the south for a few years. Then I came back because my mother was sick. When I came back, I wanted to grow vegetables in greenhouses. But the management committee expropriated the land. Now, I am working in a nearby factory. "
Hearing this, Lu Yiwei felt upset. From the bottom of his heart, he sympathized with the farmers who were at the bottom. But there was nothing he could do. In front of the big picture, he could not go against the higher-ups. But how could the farmers survive if their land was taken away? That pitiful compensation was enough for a few years. Coupled with the skyrocketing prices, the farmers who had become rich by growing vegetables returned to poverty. They had no choice but to go to the higher authorities and use this radical method to get back what belonged to them. But how effective was it? The people's voices did not attract the attention of the authorities. Instead, they used violence to suppress it. Or they would kick him around like a ball, shirking their responsibilities.
Having been in the bureaucracy for many years, Lu Yiwei was already familiar with such problems. The reason for the conflict was mostly due to the administrative inaction of those in power. They played with the interests of the masses and trampled on their humble dignity. Normal channels couldn't solve it at all. They had to put down their dignity and "beg" for what belonged to them. It was a terrible thing to break one's promise to the people.
After working at the grassroots level for many years, Lu Yiwei had deep feelings for the farmers. Although China's peasants have been suppressed by the remnants of the feudal ideology, and although they have deep-rooted bad habits, they are actually the most sentimental. If you do something for them with sincerity, they won't forget it. Even years later, they will remember your kindness. Putting himself in their shoes and giving them a heart for a heart had always been his "mass line", because he was also the son of a farmer.
Lu Yiwei took out a cigarette and handed it over. "Jiangang, let me ask you the truth. Are you willing for the government to expropriate your land?"
Ren Jiangang was taken aback. "Of course not."
Lu Yiwei shook his head. "I want to hear the truth."
Ren Jiangang rolled his eyes and said, "Director Lu, you also know that we can barely survive by relying on the land for the past two years. If we encounter a serious illness, our family can't afford it at all. In fact, the villagers know that we have to make some sacrifices if we want to develop. The government is also doing this for the good of Jiangdong City. The city has become more beautiful, and we will definitely agree with it. However, we have sacrificed enough. I hope the government can also consider our feelings. "
Lu Yiwei took a puff and said, "Jiangang, I can tell that you have a high level of ideological awareness. In fact, you can also see that there is a lot of construction going on near Caiguanjiayuan. Let's not talk about whether the new train station will be built here in the future. The current development environment is very beneficial to your village, isn't it? "
Ren Jiangang said, "That is true. But the villagers can't survive now. We can't just let them beg for food, right?"
Lu Yiwei pointed out bluntly, "Jiangang, in other words, if I give you the land expropriation funds that the government has withheld, what do you plan to do with the money? As far as I know, the village has been building crazily for the past two years. Some villagers have built up to six floors and are waiting for the whole village to be demolished in the future. What do you think about this? What if the village is not demolished in the future? "
Ren Jiangang stuttered and could not say anything.
Lu Yiwei did not continue to ask. Instead, he asked, "Do you know Xi Gang?"
At the mention of Xi Gang, Ren Jiangang was instantly enraged and gritted his teeth. He said, "Xi Gang is actually a gangster in the village. He used to fight a lot and was even imprisoned. Everyone in the village is afraid of him. After he was released from prison, I don't know who gave him the idea to become the village director through various means. All these years, he has made a lot of money by selling land. You can see it for yourself. He wears gold and silver and lives in a villa. It is said that he has several houses in the city. Everyone in the village hates him, but no one dares to stand up against him. "
The lowest level of China's government extended to the township level. When it came to the village, the villagers were governed by themselves. The advantage of this was to maximize democracy and let the villagers be the masters of their own affairs. The disadvantage was also obvious. The village's resources were concentrated in the hands of one person, and he could do whatever he wanted. Even though there was a complete supervision system, the implementation was not satisfactory. It could be said that the corruption at the village level was the hardest hit. Regardless of whether it was a big or small village, it existed to varying degrees.
Lu Yiwei did not have a good impression of Xi Gang. Now that he heard such negative news, it was very problematic. He suddenly had an idea. Why not use Xi Gang as an example? In this way, not only could he establish his own prestige, but he could also play a very good deterrent effect on others.
As they spoke, Xi Gang had already appeared at the door. He ran in with a head full of sweat and said with a smile, "Director Lu, sorry for the trouble. Don't worry, I will bring him back now."
When Ren Jiangang saw Xi Gang, his expression changed. He timidly stood up and did not know what to do.
Xi Gang glanced behind him and glared at him. "Ren Jiangang, what are you doing here? Do you think this is the place you come from? Get out. "
Ren Jiangang was still speaking eloquently, but now he looked flustered. He stood there and looked at Lu Yiwei innocently.
"I asked him to come." Lu Yiwei came to the rescue.
Xi Gang put on a smile and said, "Aiya, Director Lu, it's all my fault. Don't worry, I will go back and solve it immediately. I promise this kind of situation will not happen again."
Lu Yiwei said calmly, "I will hold a meeting for the villagers later. Do you want to join?"
"Meeting?" Xi Gang's smile froze on his face. "Director Lu, I don't think there is a need for that. I can solve this. "
Lu Yiwei ignored him and said, "I've just arrived here, I can take this opportunity to understand the villagers' thoughts." He stood up and said, "Let's go, let's go." Before leaving, he patted Ren Jiangang's shoulder and gave him a determined look.
Xi Gang was stunned for a long time. He bit the bullet and followed.
After entering the meeting room, the villagers saw Xi Gang behind Lu Yiwei. Their reaction was the same as Ren Jiangang's. All of them looked flustered and sat there obediently without making a sound.
Lu Yiwei took out two packs of cigarettes from his pocket and threw them on the table. He smiled and said, "Everyone, take it. Don't stand on ceremony. Being in the management committee is like being in your own home. You can do whatever you want. "
Lu Yiwei saw an elderly man holding a walking stick squeezed into a small corner. He walked up to him and said, "Uncle, it's so crowded here. Come with me to the front." As he said that, he helped the old man to the rostrum while trembling.
The old man was excited. He did not expect the new director of the management committee to be so humble. His shriveled eyes were a little moist.
Lu Yiwei sat down and looked around. He smiled warmly and said, "Fellow villagers, some of you might know me, but some of you don't. Let me introduce myself. My name is Lu Yiwei. The organization has decided to let me work in the management committee. I am here to serve everyone. I am also the son of a farmer, so don't be too reserved. You can just call me Little Lu. "
Lu Yiwei's words quickly closed the distance between him and the villagers. In the eyes of the villagers, officials were all high and mighty. And this' Little Lu 'in front of them was equivalent to them. They felt a sense of closeness.
Lu Yiwei paused and said, "I don't blame you for coming to the Municipal Party Committee to petition. It indirectly means that I did not do my job well enough. I did not solve your problems in time. Here, I apologize to you all. "With that, he stood up and bowed deeply to the crowd.
Lu Yiwei's performance made everyone's jaws drop, especially Xi Gang. He could not close his mouth for a long time as he looked at this' weirdo 'in a daze.
After a few seconds of silence, there was suddenly a thunderous applause that did not stop for a long time. Xi Gang was stunned for a long time before he reluctantly clapped.
Lu Yiwei sat down and gestured with his hands and said, "I know about the situation in the Vegetable Garden. I called everyone here today to listen to your thoughts and what you need me to do for you. Everyone, don't feel burdened. Just say whatever you want to say. Even if you say something wrong, I won't blame you. This is just a symposium. Speak freely, and I will accept it humbly. "After saying that, he opened his notebook and waited for the villagers to speak.
But after three to four minutes, no one was willing to speak. They all sat there with their heads lowered, occasionally glancing at Xi Gang. Lu Yiwei knew that if Xi Gang was here, no one would speak. Even if they spoke, they would not speak the truth. He turned around and said, "Xi Gang, why don't you speak first?"
Xi Gang coughed and said, "Since Director Lu wants me to speak, I will say a few words. First, I am deeply sorry for what happened today. It is my responsibility. Since Director Lu wants everyone to speak their minds, then let's all speak our minds. But let me make this clear. What should be said can be said, but what should not be said should not be said. Especially if there is no basis for it. "He looked at everyone with a black face.
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