The journey starts from the Titanic

"Who to help? Harding?" Situ Nan asked.

"Yeah." Andrew nodded."They promised me to be Minister of Finance, and I agreed."

"Okay!" Situ Nan nodded.Thinking that in a few days, Harding would come to Los Angeles to canvass for votes. Situ Nan said again: "But I hope to meet him."

"No problem." Andrew agreed readily.

Situ Nan knew the winner of this election for General Harding. Looking back through the information about Harding, he found out why this guy was later rated as one of the worst presidents ever by Americans.

Harding was born ordinary, his father was a teacher, a doctor, and his mother was a doctor. From elementary school to university, he was ordinary and did not show any extraordinary talents. He looked like everyone.

Harding had no hobbies when he was a child. When he grew up he liked to play billiards, bet on poker and organize small bands.His band once won third place in the statewide music competition.(This may be the biggest achievement of his growing up! But he loves to play music, I can see this when I have time, maybe he is a friend?-Situ Nan narrated.) After graduating from university, he taught in the countryside for several years Shu, later moved to Marion City with his father and partnered to buy a bankrupt "Star".

At the age of 25, Harding married Florence Co. de Wolff, the daughter of a divorced wealthy businessman in his early thirties.Well, this is the most correct thing in Harding's life!From now on.

The wife is very capable. She manages the finances of the newspaper and supports Harding's career in politics.With the support of his wife, Harding became not only a wealthy businessman, but also a Republican, a Senator of Ohio, leader of the Republican Party, and then the current presidential candidate.

Now is the fiercest time for the presidential election. Republicans and Democratic candidates are fighting desperately for the White House throne. There is not only a contest of wisdom, but also a contest of money and other aspects.

This fertile land of California flourished during World War I and became a new industrial belt on the west coast, attracting a large number of foreigners to enter California.

Whether it is voters or other economic and political considerations, no candidate can ignore California.

a week later.At William Manor, Situ Nan met Harding, a presidential candidate who was said to be very amiable.

"This is my son-in-law, Stony William, and this is Warren Harding, our future president." Andrew introduced enthusiastically.

"Hello! Mr. Harding! I believe you will win." Situ Nan smiled enthusiastically.

"Hello! Mr. William, thank you for your support. I will do my best to do something for this country and for the people." Harding's hands are very strong, big face, wide forehead, bright and bright. With an impeccable smile on his eyes, he looks majestic and kind.

At least in terms of appearance.This guy has just performed hard to the voters in downtown Los Angeles. It is said that the effect is very good, and he won a lot of cheers.

Situ Nan remembered what the Los Angeles Times said about Harding yesterday-"Warren Harding has two very obvious great advantages. First, he looks like a US president should have. He is very handsome. His face and posture reveal Washington-style nobility and dignity, and his eyes are full of kindness and kindness. He is very photogenic, and the photos he waited for in the newspaper won people's love and respect.

If elected, he will be the kindest of all previous presidents.He seems to be full of affection for everyone. He hopes to do something for everyone, so that everyone can be happy and happy.His kindness is not the hypocrisy of those cold-blooded politicians desperately squeezing out, but the obvious and touching truthfulness."

"The writing is really good!" Situ Nan smiled in his heart."Los Angeles Times" is a newspaper secretly controlled by Situ Nan and the most influential newspaper in the west. Harding's success in the Los Angeles speech is also indispensable for Situ Nan's secretly helping him to make a statement.

If kindness is used as the standard for presidential elections, then many elderly Americans are suitable.In fact, after the newspaper touted Harding, it didn't show Harding's talents at all.But Americans seem to really like this kind old man!

"Why is Mr. William laughing?" Harding asked with a smile.

"I just didn't expect Mr. Harding to be so...noble and kind, so I don't know why I have a kind of intimacy to see you. This is a smile from the heart." Situ Nan said sincerely.

Obviously this flattery made Harding very useful.

Harding was a little surprised by the luxury of William Gardens. At the same time, Situ Nan's warm hospitality made Harding feel at home.Situ Nan's generosity and thoughtfulness left a deep impression on Harding.

Bored at night, when there were no mobile phones, computers, TVs, and radios, what can a bunch of men have fun together.

Playing cards and drinking seems to be a good choice, which is also Harding's biggest hobby.

In the magnificent hall, the crystal ceiling emits bright and glittering lights, and there are servants standing aside respectfully not far away.This is the card game that took place at William Manor.

The friendship at the men’s poker table may not be as good as a prostitution, carrying a gun and joining the party, but it is easy to blend in harmoniously, especially for a bunch of slick old foxes.

"Hu!" As soon as Situ Nan threw a east wind, he was caught by Harding on the opposite side."Haha, I'm crazy!" Harding looked at Situ Nan happily.

Situ Nan shrugged helplessly, his luck seemed to be very bad, and he was humiliated by Harding."Oh! I'm so lucky!"

Some annoyed, stretched out his hand and pushed the mahjong in front of him.Then there was a crash, and several big hands began to rub mahjong.

What Yankees also play mahjong?

You are right!

In the great twenties, in addition to tea, silk and porcelain, the products China exported to the United States also had a magical thing called mahjong.

A senior manager of Mobil Petroleum Company in Suzhou learned Mahjong in China and brought it to Shanghai social occasions. After the Americans simplified the rules, Mahjong was also spread from Shanghai to New York and flourished. In the upper class of the United States, Mahjong has gradually become A popular pastime.

Situ Nan's card skills are very good, Harding's cards are also very good, as a result, one night, Harding won $500,000 from the mahjong table.This will become his campaign funds.

The next day, Harding woke up from his drunkenness.Situ Nan found Harding and had something to say.

"Sir, California is an immigration state. The people here are diligent and simple, abide by the law, and create wealth with their own hands. They yearn for stability and freedom." Situ Nan said that he glanced at Harding here, and saw that the other party was smiling and his eyes were calm. , Went on to say, "But some people are not so kind, they try to use illegal means to seek the wealth and freedom of others. I think this behavior should be condemned and sanctioned?"

Ha Ding nodded, his gaze rested on Situ Nan's face, and said, "Mr. William has something to say."

"Since the Washington bombing, I have always been worried about the situation in the United States. You know, if you strike, you may be able to compromise, but some bloody violence is scary and loses confidence. There are some extremes locally. Terrorist organizations, they kidnap, blackmail, smuggle, murder and rape, they do everything, I don't know if they have contact with anarchists, but both of them extremely endanger the stability and prosperity of California. Because these people are under the beautiful banner. , And have a strong ability to instigate."

Situ Nan said that he passed a bunch of photos to Harding. Harding knew it at first glance. The white robe, white hood and cross in the photos were very familiar to him-the KKK!

He is from Ohio, where the KKK is rampant, and he even paid a $10 membership fee and bought a Krieger.But after becoming a senator, he alienated those guys.After all, he represents the Republican Party, and the KKK supports the Democratic Party more.He somewhat understood what Situ Nan meant, but he could not make comments that were unfavorable to the KKK, although the KKK was not welcomed by the government, and at the same time he had stains.

"Federal law will protect all citizens. It is the strongest and strongest guarantee in the United States. I don't think anyone can oppose this. Mr. William, the police will protect the people, and the court will give a fair judgment, right?"

Harding smiled lightly.The corners of the mouth are slightly bent, and a sleek feeling emerges spontaneously.

"Of course. Thank you for Mr. Harding's suggestion. I think California citizens would like to see fair and benevolent elders like you." Situ Nan nodded and said sincerely.

He didn't intend to get any affirmative answers from politicians like Harding, but no objection would be considered affirmative.

After reaching a deal that was not a deal, Harding stayed in William Manor for a short time before rushing to the next destination to speak and canvass for votes.

He has traveled to Arizona, Utah, Mexico, Texas and other southwestern states. In order to enter the White House, Harding, a kind and benevolent elder, is also particularly fierce and fierce.

Seeing Harding walking hurriedly away from Beverly Hills, Situ Nan shook his head slightly.

"What? Are you not optimistic about him?" Andrew asked.

"No! He should win. The future is the golden period of the booming American economy and the most glorious period of our monopoly giants, so the Republican Party will definitely win. No one can take away our hard-earned money." Situ Nan Self-channel.

"The tax policy is really bad now, which is not conducive to the development of industry and commerce." Andrew frowned.

Although the war has lasted for two years, the United States has not stopped the war legally. The paralyzed President Woodrow Wilson of the White House and the Republican-controlled Senate are exhausted. The senator disagrees with the proposal of the United States to join Wilson to join the League of Nations. Approval of the contract Wilson brought back from Paris.

Wilson also resolutely refused to sign the document ending the war with Germany!Naturally, U.S. taxes remained at a high level during the war.

No one can afford the 60% high-income surcharge!

This measure of the Democratic government has greatly dissatisfied the industrial and commercial sectors, especially those big companies, so this time they have to choose a president who is safe and secure.

"This person Harding is very loyal, not too talented, and his style is not too rigorous. This person can communicate with him, but he can't have too much entanglement with him, especially in terms of money." Situ Nan said.

Mistress, corruption, corruption!This is the impression left by the Harding government, so Situ Nan does not want Andrew to be dragged down by the scandal that Harding broke out.Although in terms of money, Andrew, one of the richest people in the United States, will not make financial mistakes.

"Yeah." Andrew nodded, thinking that Situ Nan's evaluation was pertinent.A president who does not need too much talent, guards himself, does not intervene in disorder, plays cards, and drinks and drinks is indeed what the United States needs.