Reborn Tech Maniac

Chapter 964 The Betrayal of the New Governor of California

"Mr. Vice President, why did you come here suddenly?" Gray Davis asked in surprise.

Al Gore, the uninvited guest, smiled and asked, "Don't you welcome it?"

"Of course you are welcome." Gray Davis hastily entertained the other party.

It's no wonder that Gray Davis was muttering in his heart. You must know that Al Gore, the vice president of the United States, has been in a delicate situation recently.

Perhaps because he was too "active", Al Gore broke into the battlefield of the United States of America v. Zheru Software Company monopoly case, and got angry with Mr. the richest man, which can be said to have stole the limelight.

Meanwhile, President Bill Clinton, who was about to face impeachment, grew suspicious of Al Gore.

You are dancing so happily, are you really preparing for the 2000 presidential election, or do you want me to be impeached as soon as possible so that you, the number one heir, can take office as soon as possible?
This information does not need to be told by other people's ears. At the level of Gray Davis, one must have the ability to analyze it independently.

Al Gore also understood that everyone is not a fuel-efficient lamp, so there is no need to waste time and emotion to test it out, so he directly turned to the topic and said: "I am here in California, besides business, I also want to check by the way. The right partner for the 2000 presidential election.”

Gray Davis, who was not at all in vain, didn't answer the question, and said in a superficial way: "It is rumored that the current governor of Texas, Xiaobu Shi, will also participate in the 2000 presidential election. Extremely intense."

"It's just a dude who looks like he's reforming himself and trying to improve himself." Al Gore snorted disdainfully, "The economic achievements of this Democratic Party government are extremely brilliant, and in turn will leave a lot of valuable money to use Political legacy. As long as I can find a good enough partner, it will be useless even if Xiao Bushi brings his father, Old Bushi, to help out!"

Gray Davis, who couldn't continue pretending to be confused, asked tentatively, "Has Mr. Vice President found a suitable candidate?"

Al Gore did not answer directly directly, but said that Gray Davis’s qualifications were familiar, “If I remember correctly, you have a Bachelor of Arts degree from Stanford University, a Juris Doctor degree from Columbia University; After that, he entered the U.S. Army and served in the Vietnam War from [-] to [-]. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal. After retiring, he became interested in politics, so he joined the political arena and became a Now chairman of the California High Speed ​​Rail Authority board, executive secretary and chief of staff to then-California Governor Jerry Brown."

"When Jerry Brown finished his term as governor and stopped pursuing political advancement, you went to the California State Legislature, went on to serve as California Auditor General, Lieutenant Governor, and now Designate Governor of California."

Hearing what Al Gore said, in order to prevent the other party from misunderstanding his IQ, Gray Davis had to bite the bullet and took the lead in tearing off the window paper and saying: "Mr. Vice President, don't you think I can be your IQ?" Presidential running mate?"

"Why not?" Al Gore said eloquently: "Your political experience is already strong enough, especially in this year's California governor's election, you have shown extremely outstanding talents, which is exactly what I am looking for Best partner."

Gray Davis shrugged, "Thank you, Mr. Vice President, for your trust, but my term as governor of California has not yet begun. How can it end?"

Al Gore laughed dumbly and said, "Don't tell me that you, who have been the deputy governor for several years, still feel that the position of governor is full of endless attractions."

"According to my observation, you are no longer interested in developments at the state level. As early as when you were the auditor general of California, you targeted the senators in Congress; Stan suffered a disastrous defeat and lost the opportunity to show his strengths on a higher-level federal platform, so he had to fall back to become the deputy governor and the current governor."

"If you feel that the burden of running mate is too heavy, you can also express your views on the composition of the future cabinet."

Hearing that Al Gore finally mentioned Tang Huan's name, Gray Davis narrowed his eyes, "Mr. Vice President spared no effort to win me over, how do you expect me to repay him?"

Al Gore looked directly at Gray Davis, and said slowly: "You only need to do one righteous thing, that is, lead California, follow the Department of Justice, and sue Zheru Software for monopolizing the industry."

"Sure enough." Gray Davis took a breath, and his face became ugly.

Al Gore continued in an unquestionable tone: "It is about to enter [-], and the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit of the District of Columbia ruled that Zheru Software has a monopoly, and it will be as certain as time. You just Just follow the trend."

Gray Davis snorted dissatisfiedly, "Since whether or not California participates will not affect the verdict, why drag me into it?"

"You don't know that I won the election for governor of California this time and got a lot of support from Don."

"Furthermore, although I was defeated badly by San Francisco Mayor Diana Feinstein when I ran for the Senate, I was also supported by Don when the outside world believed that my political career was over. , ran for the current deputy governor."

"If, as you said, I lead California to join the ranks of anti-philosophy software company monopoly after I take office as governor of California in early January next year, not to mention the opposition of local vested interest groups in California, it is just the outside world's comments on my betrayal of supporters , it is difficult to parry."

"Have you seen any examples of previous US presidents who fully fulfilled their campaign promises after they came to power?" Al Gore asked with a touch of sarcasm, "Isn't politics like this? The promises made during the campaign are ideals, but Once in power, you have to face reality and make various compromises."

"It's not clear to you that the support you got from Don was because of your former 'employer' Jerry Brown, which is why Don supported San Francisco Mayor Dianne Feinstein when he ran for the Senate. reason."

"There is a difference between closeness and closeness, that's all."

"You led California to join the ranks of anti-philosophy software company monopoly, even if it is an act of betrayal, it just ended the friendship with Jerry Brown; as for Tang, it is nothing more than returning to the original state of indifference."

"Besides, is the relationship between you and Tang really close? Haha... I'm afraid it's wishful thinking!"

"And you lead California to join the ranks of anti-philosophy software company monopoly, which is absolutely politically correct. I believe that I don't need to say more about the mystery here, and you can understand it clearly with your own wisdom. .”

Al Gore looked at Gray Davis's ever-changing expression of struggle, and solemnly emphasized: "In return, in my cabinet, you can choose whatever position you fancy!"

"I believe that what you really need is the political stage at the national level, not California, which has been spinning for decades."

Gray Davis sighed: "The consequences of angering Tang are very serious. I believe you have a deep understanding of this."

Hearing this, Al Gore, who had maintained a calm and personable posture since he started, suddenly turned into a liver-colored old face, thumped the armrest of the sofa, and said passionately: "Why are you so afraid of Tang? ? Or is it because his company has a monopoly! This proves that the Department of Justice's prosecution is correct and meaningful."

"Although you will stay in the position of governor of California for two years, and you will have to face Don from time to time, but I have carefully understood your campaign platform, and I can conclude that you can still have fun without him."

"For example, in terms of increasing public education investment in California, considering the current state of California's finances, a budget of billions of dollars is not a problem at all."

"For another example, I can use my own resources to fully assist you in improving relations with Mexico outside of California."

"You see, the world is like this, it's not like you can't live without someone in your imagination."

"Taking a step back, it would be even better if Tang really took action. We are worried that we won't be able to catch him! As long as he dares to violate the rules of the game, he will be magnified ten thousand times." times."

Gray Davis was finally persuaded, and he asked with confirmation: "Does your promise really count?"

Al Gore replied solemnly: "I promise by my religion!"

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After attending the APEC summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, the richest man went north to Funan to attend the opening ceremony of the No.13 Asian Games held here.

The climate of the Indochina Peninsula is characterized by distinct rainy seasons and dry seasons, so it is different from the No.11 Asian Games held in China and the No.12 Asian Games held in this book, which are held in September and October. , the opening time was scheduled for December [-], more than a month after entering the dry season.

Tang Huan's visit this time was not just to show his face at the opening ceremony and watch the excitement of the sports meeting, but had an extremely important purpose.

For example, carefully evaluate the development of Funan, a "social experiment field", visit the Javanese Chinese refugees resettled in Hanukkah Special Zone, inspect the railway from Funan to China, and the planned Kra Isthmus Canal project.

It must be pointed out that Funan is now added to the "New Malaysia-Taiwan" tourist route that was familiar in time and space.

Due to the intrusion of the richest man, Funan, which ended the war early, has developed tourism resources in place. Coupled with political support, Funan has become the first choice for Chinese tourists to travel to Southeast Asia.

Especially after the completion of the railway from Chuncheng, the capital of Southern Yunnan Province, through Siam to Funan, the passenger flow has further increased.

Funan's hosting of the No.13 Asian Games is not only a test of the construction achievements of more than ten years, but also creates a huge business opportunity, allowing Siam and Funan, which the railway passes through, to earn a lot of money. Pen.

Siam was devastated by the Asian financial turmoil, not to mention how miserable it was, and was forced to accept the agreement under the city of the International Monetary Fund. The result was similar to that of South Korea. A pleasing way of doing business.

Under such circumstances, the voice of controversy over the Kra Isthmus Canal project in Siam is subtly leaning towards the support side.

Worried about safety?The Funan Navy, which has just beaten Java, the largest country in Southeast Asia, to a bruised face this year, can escort you.

Worried about running out of money?The richest man in the world, who has successfully invested in the California high-speed rail and proved that the tens of billions of dollars was really worthwhile, is willing to run for you.

In fact, the problem of money is not a problem at all now.The foreseeable beneficiaries of the Kra Isthmus Canal project, including China, Yiben, South Korea, the Philippines, and even Funan's arch-enemy Annan, have all expressed strong interest in participating.

The real resistance comes from complicated external factors.

For example, Singapore and Java along the Strait of Malacca clearly expressed their opposition.

The former is genuinely worried about damage to core interests; the latter’s psychology of opposing for the sake of opposing is well understood; as for Malaysia’s attitude, it is not so clear.

Gein, the Kra Isthmus Canal is located in Siam, which is adjacent to the northern part of Malaysia. Whether it is the southern part of Siam or the northern part of Malaysia, both belong to the backward areas of economic development, so Malaysia is also one of the beneficiaries.

In addition to these conflicts of interest that can be put on the surface, hang on verbally, and be discussed openly, there are also various hidden reasons hidden in the depths.

For example, concerns about the "military" Funan Navy, fear of the Chinese group represented by the promoter of Mr. Richest Man, Southeast Asian countries have been suppressing in various forms...

The more these concerns cannot be brought to the fore, broken apart, crushed and discussed clearly, the more resistance there will be.

But it is an inextricable knot!
How to break the game?

The solution given by the richest man is to speak with fait accompli and use power to overwhelm others.

Isn't the Funan Navy being the world's largest mercenary army by you behind your back?

If the Kela Isthmus Canal is built and there is a direct passage to the Indian Ocean, then the Funan Navy will have a place to release its energy; otherwise, he will be confined in the alley, like an idle rogue young man, coming to your door twice in three days Turn around and think about the consequences for yourself!
Aren't the Chinese regarded as hidden dangers by you?

It is better to develop yourself than to defend yourself day and night.After all, the reality has to be faced. After the Asian financial turmoil, there are many sorrows, and the Kra Isthmus Canal will definitely stimulate economic development.

In the final analysis, the Kra Isthmus Canal is completely within the territory of Siam, and the decision-making power is naturally in the hands of Siam. The richest man only needs to get Siam done.

As for the others, they are all floating clouds!
(End of this chapter)