Chicago 1990

1995 passed quietly while busy. The singer did not have a New Year holiday. On the night of the 31st, Song Ya ran to participate in a New Year’s Eve business show in Chicago. At the same time, Mariah Carey was also in Times Square in New York. Participate in New Year's Eve.

In the days before and after, Song Ya also participated in the New Year's activities of the Chicago Fan Club, some local charity and rights organization dinners and other social tasks, etc., very busy.

"Everything is fine. I like that everything goes smoothly and steadily."

He smiled at Ms. Sloan who returned to work after the holidays.

"Congratulations." Ms. Sloan handed him a document. "This is the manuscript I prepared for you to respond to congressional inquiries. It basically covers all the situations you may encounter."

"Wow, so thick."

Song Ya added the weight of this document, "Do you have to memorize it all?"

"No, time is too late. For the hearing on the 9th, the House of Representatives will vote on the telecommunications bill on the 14th."

Sloan leaned over and taught, "You just need to remember where you can find the answer, and then put the file on the table in front of you, spread it out for easy reading."

"Open book exam ah?" Song Ya turned his head to joke, their faces pressed close together.

"Of course, Hamlin and I will sit on your left and right hands at that time, and ask us if there is anything unclear."

Sloan didn’t respond, and he made a presentation in business: “Be careful to keep your words as short as possible, cover the microphone with one hand, and in front of your mouth, like this. Prevent our private conversations from being picked up, and don’t let people use their lips. Way to guess what you are talking about."

"Some reporters will deliberately take pictures of the words on your file, and they will be very close to you." Hamlin added reminder.

"It's a bit like being interrogated. Will there be an accident?" They were so serious that Song Ya was embarrassed and giggled.

"will not."

Sloan replied: "Based on a professional and rigorous attitude, 99.9% will not, because behind the telecommunications bill are basically all major companies in the relevant industries working together to promote it. Your hearing is just a formality. According to me According to the information, no more than 50 members of the House of Representatives are expected to vote against."

"Wow, the brilliant victory of the commander." Song Ya sighed.

"Mr. Underwood, the party whip, also has a lot of credit." Hamlin said, "Didn't you meet his wife yesterday? What did Claire say."

"Claire is optimistic of course, but it is not convenient to tell me what to do." Song Ya replied.

"is it?"

Ms. Sloan stared at him close at hand, "As far as I know, politicians can be very honest with the big money owners in private, especially the news about Congress."

"Uh, you found out! Can you tell me?"

Song Ya asked Hamlin and nodded to Sloan, "Claire said that Underwood is dreaming of passing the bill unanimously. Is this a hint?"

"Of course!" Sloan's eyes lit up, "So Mr. Party Whip's judgment of the situation is more optimistic than I am, and perhaps no more than 30 votes, or even 20 votes."

"Who should I listen to?" Song Ya asked.

"Of course it's him. I'm just a humble lobbyist wandering on Capitol Hill." Sloan laughed at himself. "So you don't have to worry about it. Of course, pay attention to stand firm."

She knocked on the document, "You were subpoenaed by the House Hearing Committee as the chairman of the Inner City Broadcasting Corporation. Don't overly praise the bill to please the chief and Underwood."

"I know that Inner City Broadcasting Company is only a small media group. I have to respond to questions from the perspective of small and medium media in the hearing. I cannot become a traitor in everyone's eyes."

Ms. Sloan has already reminded me of this repeatedly, and Song Ya recites: "I will doubt that the passage of the bill will definitely intensify industry mergers and compress the living space of small and medium media, Barabala."

"Yes, but don't forget to indicate that you also believe that reform is imperative, and that change is better than no change." Hamlin reminded.

"That is, I don't want to offend the chief, Underwood or even Comcast."

Song Ya smiled and said: "The Inner City Broadcasting Corporation has long since stopped making money. It would be best if there are big companies seeking purchases after the bill is passed."

"Are you willing to sell?" Sloan was a little surprised. "This company has given you great energy in the media industry. Don't forget why you were able to drive away Motula again..."

"I know I know, I just think of him losing money every year..."

Song Ya waved his hand, "Forget it, don't talk about this, are there other things to pay attention to?"

Although I was a little surprised by being summoned by the House of Representatives, this was a very meaningful ‘New Year’s appearance’ of myself. As the chairman of a media group, rather than a singer attending such a serious and important political occasion, it feels good to think about it.

"It's mainly for etiquette. Don't make hippie smiles, make jokes, or spit dirty words during the whole process."

Sloan continued to instruct, "Sit down, behave dignifiedly, and answer the question immediately after the congressman’s question is over, speak clearly, don’t use African-American slang, uh, white slang is not acceptable..."

"After the answer, add a sentence thank you, Mr. Member, or Mr. and Ms., or say ‘Okay, Mr. Mr.’ at the beginning. It’s best to bring the other party’s surname in front. Each member will have a name badge in front of his seat.”

Hamlin said: "In the past two days, you study how other entrepreneurs behaved in the hearing. Ms. Sloan prepared several videos for you. Of course, I have great confidence in your ability to imitate aplus."

"Okay."

Song Ya replied with kindness, and made up his mind first, "Why don't we have a mock hearing? Amy, help me get a suit!" He walked over and opened the door and shouted.

"Okay." Amy Ake, who was also wearing a formal maid outfit, helped bring in a suit.

"I'm sitting like this, right?" Song Ya put on a suit and scowled.

Ms. Sloan followed the young and lively Amy Ake out of the door, "Yes, the hearing rostrum will be higher. You need to hold your head up a little, no, just lower it, not so high."

"Okay, Mr. Senator." Song Ya put his arms on the table and put them down again. "Thank you, Mr. Senator."

"Very good, a lower voice is better." Hamlin laughed.

"Ahem, Mr. Senator." Song Ya cleared his throat and adjusted.

"If, I mean, if there is an unexpected situation of 0.01%, then you don't have to panic, and you can cope with it with frustration. You are very good at this, I know."

Ms. Sloan said: "Many members of Congress who come to ask questions don't really understand professional knowledge. They sometimes ask very stupid questions. Don't be hot-headed, ridicule, ridicule, or fight back. You must be polite and don't make long statements. Give a speech or play some discriminatory card. This is just a formal hearing. You can get a passing score without accidentally mixing the time. That's it."

"If there is a probability of zero point one hundred and one percent, and you encounter a question from a member of the Council, it involves a problem that you absolutely cannot respond positively, but you can still invoke the Fifth Amendment, which has a whole set of rhetoric."

"In view of the advice of the legal adviser, I cannot answer your question. According to the Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, I have the right to remain silent."

Ms. Sloan taught it again, and she said at the same time: "But after you say this, you can no longer answer any questions from the MPs, because if you answer any more questions, you will be deemed to have voluntarily given up. that power."

"Of course that is the worst and most unexpected situation. We hope you will never use this sentence forever. Don't use it until the last moment. No, don't use it in any situation. We are just doing our duty as lawyers and political consultants. This option tells you that you have the right to know, but our advice is to never use it." Hamlin added.

"Yes, because saying this often means disobedience to the hearing and the will of the parliament. The law enforcement agency's investigation into your refusal to answer will then begin immediately." Sloan said.

"I understand, I understand, so this matter is still risky, right?" Song Ya was a little flustered by the sudden solemn attitude of the two, and his foundation was far from being completely clean.

"Relax, we just have an obligation to let you know this."

The two teachers frightened and coaxed like their parents.

"Boss, time is up." Taraji pushed in and reminded.

Sloan turned on the TV ~www.wuxiaspot.com~ The picture happened to show Alicia, holding the Bible in both hands, standing with her husband Peter and a pair of children on the steps in front of the Illinois State Government Building in Springfield.

Peter Flock's inauguration began.

Thousands of politicians, supporters, and reporters braved the cold to attend the ceremony, and the atmosphere was very solemn and solemn.

"I feel both ashamed and honored to be your governor, and my touch is beyond words. I realize that my election has placed trust and hope on everyone's..."

Peter Flock pressed the Bible with one hand, raised his palm, and pronounced the oath of office and policy program. "I will work hard to reduce the burden on the people of Illinois. Although the state is facing serious economic, employment and security difficulties, I am I still remain optimistic. I am never afraid of struggle and hard work. We are full of hope..."

"Sometimes I feel that we are in any way different from the religious countries we are attacking? The chief must follow the Bible when swearing, and the governor must..." Song Ya stared at Alicia while complaining.

"Haha, don't say this aplus in the hearing." Hamlin laughed.