Chicago 1990

It is a question of whether to fight back or not to fight back.

"Just find a chance to afflict him with a sentence or two. Don't give a positive reaction. You can't noisy this guy, and Eddie Murphy can't be so red." Donovan said on the phone: "It's not because of his director. His identity is not because of his wit, but his influence on the news channel."

Indeed, in order to flaunt their neutral views on political theories or news programs, they usually find guests from different political positions. Spike Lee has a clear political view and has a stable establishment of anti-racism pioneers, so he is often invited.

Whether it's a big movie star like Eddie Murphy or a singer who has recently become popular like Song Ya, there is no good quarrel with him. After all, there is no way to be on the TV like him.Moreover, this guy is a personal genius. He knows what to say and what not to say. He knows what to say and can create a rambling effect. The TV station likes him very much, and he shorts his nickname in the TV show. What is uncomfortable.

"Hayden, do I have any chance to be interviewed recently?" Song Ya hung up the phone and asked.

"There will be tonight."

Hayden handed over an invitation letter. It was a fundraising dinner hosted by the Cook County Attorney Peter Flock's campaign office. He will formally announce his bid for re-election at the dinner.

"The state prosecutor is still running?" Song Ya asked.

"Of course, this is an elected position." Hayden replied, "and it is a non-federal candidate, which means there is no upper limit on the amount of donations."

After the Watergate Incident, the United States changed its federal election law. Federal candidates can only accept small donations from the public. Although this law can be bypassed in some ways, there are gates behind it.The Cook County State Attorney belongs to the state government and is only restricted by Illinois laws. You can fill in as many donation checks as you want, which is very simple and rude.

"Just let me pay in the past." Song Ya said helplessly.

"You are also an endorsement to him. After all, your background is a poor boy from Nancheng, who has a certain influence on black votes. Recently, the momentum has been bullish and the public image is good." Hayden said: "Twenty thousand, this The numbers are appropriate."

"It's so expensive!?" Song Ya couldn't help but feel a little painful. It's not like donating to Claire's charity organization, which can get tax deductions anyway.

“The Cook County State Attorney’s Office is second only to Los Angeles County and is the second largest prosecutor’s office in the country. Peter Flock directly manages hundreds of local attorneys and thousands of employees. He is an absolute authority in Illinois. Don’t underestimate it.” Hayden reminded, “Although public security continues to deteriorate, his re-election is still very stable, and his opponents are almost no threat.”

"Alright alright."

Just letting the stormtrooper do things for him, Song Ya knew that Peter Flock was not a good stubborn, besides, Tony was also handled by his wife Alicia. After all, he has to thank him, "Twenty thousand is twenty thousand. , Don’t you want me to sing? The price of my song now is not low..."

"No, it's a very serious dinner." Hayden replied, "You'd better donate some for the future mayor of Chicago. That's more stable. Two generations of Daly and his son have controlled Chicago politics for decades."

Federal Assemblyman Underwood, Cook County State Attorney Peter, Michelle of the affirmative organization, Claire of the charity and feminist organization, and later elections for the mayoral council, Song Ya's annual investment in this area will not be spent. Less money.

In the evening, Song Ya went home, changed her formal clothes, and drove to Peter Flock's campaign office.

Peter Flock is a white man, about forty years old and about 1.9 meters tall. He looks a bit like a male star in the recent popular legal drama Law and Order. He is handsome and is not in the same style as Congressman Underwood. He is very serious, even if he smiles, it is the standard smirk of a politician.

"Thank you for your support, aplus."

Song Ya's arrival alarmed the reporters. He was surrounded by the door of the campaign office. Peter quickly came out to help out the siege. The two stood at the door and kept shaking hands, smiling and letting the reporters take pictures.

"Aplus, as a Nancheng native, what do you think of the recent deterioration in public security? Why would you still choose to support the Flock State Prosecutor." A reporter asked loudly.

"I agree with Peter's political views very much, and I also believe that he is capable of solving public security issues. All this takes time." Song Ya said the standard answer that he had discussed with Hayden.

"Aplus, how did you meet Peter?"

"I have nothing to do with Peter, simply because I want to support him, Cook County needs such a good prosecutor, and security issues must be resolved."

"I'm a Tribune reporter, can you comment on Spike Lee's remarks today?"

"This kind of thing is not appropriate to talk about now? Are you not political reporters? The Tribune also cares about this?"

The reporters laughed with Song Ya.

"He said you were boring and talked about money all night. Do you agree with him?" The reporter did not give up easily.

"Uh, Spike is a personally respected director. We talked about Hollywood, but he was yelling at Eddie Murphy and his new project all night. I couldn't agree with it. Maybe it made him feel bored. Right.” Song Ya’s misfortune, the term is really appropriate here. Isn’t Hollywood in the east? Paramount’s investment of more than 40 million yuan can’t allow Spike Lee to slander him without giving any reaction.

"Then you to Eddie Murphy..."

The reporter still wanted to ask, but Song Ya waved his hand, and Peter immediately led him in, leaving the campaign assistant to stop the reporters who rushed forward.

No one else was present, but the two were a bit embarrassed. Song Ya naturally couldn't thank Tony for taking care of the other party during the lawsuit. Peter couldn't mention the stormtrooper last time, "Thank you for your support." He said at the door again. Repeatedly, "I will introduce you to a few people."

He brought Song Ya to a group of people, all of them were big figures in the Donkey Party, from Cook County, State, and Chicago. Song Ya secretly remembered their names and faces as much as possible.

"Hi, Michelle." Michelle was also among the crowd, but did not see Claire.

"Aplus." Michelle smiled and shook hands with him. Before they came, they talked on the phone. Michelle didn't really like the state prosecutor, but she wanted to be consistent with the donkey party.

He dealt with it hypocritically. New guests kept coming. Peter was very busy. Song Ya stopped a campaign assistant and asked him to take him to finish the donation, bid farewell to the twenty thousand dollars, and then walked aside with Michelle. Let's chat and wait for the dinner to begin.

The two talked about Song Ya's house purchase plan, "You want to buy a house in Chicago?" Michelle was very interested, "A star of your level, can I give you any advice?" She laughed mockingly.

"Uh, I'm a poor boy and I don't have much knowledge." Song Ya asked her, "If it were you, where do you like the house."

"Hyde Park."

Michelle answered without hesitation, "It is very close to the University of Chicago, and the nearby middle and elementary schools are also very good. If I can afford it, I will definitely choose to live there."

"Nancheng? Public security..." Song Ya hesitated.

"There is nothing wrong with public security there. As I told you, the University of Chicago is like an isolated island. And you are from South City. As your reputation grows, you also naturally have a certain political influence. Staying away from South City has such an influence. Force is hurt." Michelle saw it thoroughly.

Song Ya remembered what the other party said when he met Pastor William in Washington, "The private high school in the north of the city, a good school, and a good environment. He is no longer from Nancheng.'Even the pastor who has not met several times complained about his escape from Nancheng. Those poor people in Nancheng would only think so.In the United States, it is a good thing to have a certain degree of political influence. At least it can make people like the stormtrooper a little jealous. Maybe it's a good idea to return to South City, and Hyde Park does not have bad public security...

"Hayden, help me pay attention to the Hyde Park house, the best kind." Song Ya took the time to call Hayden.

(=)