On May 11, 1978, "Guangming Daily" published the full text of the article "Practice is the only criterion for testing truth" signed as "our newspaper's special commentator". Liu Jun's long-awaited event followed the established historical trajectory

It finally happened.

This famous article, which triggered a nationwide discussion, was first published in "Theoretical Trends", the internal publication of the Central Party School, on May 10. After being reprinted by Guangming Daily the next day, on May 12, "People's Daily"

, "Liberation Army Daily" and some provincial party newspapers reprinted the full text. As of May 13, most provincial party newspapers across the country had reprinted this article.

This article clarifies that practice is not only the standard for testing truth, but also the "only standard"; practice is not only the "only standard" for testing truth, but also the "only standard" for testing whether the party's line is correct.

Mr. Zhou, Yan Yucheng and Liu Jincai gathered together again, each holding a copy of "N Provincial Daily", and carefully read the article on the front page. In fact, they had read it at least three times, but they were still focused, fearing that

I missed a word, and the hands holding the newspaper couldn't help but tremble slightly.

After more than half a year of waiting, more than half a year of suffering, more than half a year of tossing and turning, more than half a year of sleepless nights, today I finally have a satisfactory answer, and how can I not be excited.

“Finally the long awaited arrival.”

After a long time, Mr. Zhou raised his head, took off his glasses, and murmured. Two lines of tears could not help but flow down from his thin cheeks.

"Yeah, I finally got it."

Yan Yucheng and Liu Jincai sighed at the same time. Although they did not shed tears, their eyes turned red.

Liu Jun also breathed a long sigh of relief.

Liu Jun already knew about this result and this article. But until he saw it in the party newspaper, he was always uneasy and worried that the historical trajectory of the world he traveled back to would change.

Now it seems that this worry is unfounded.

The basic ideas of "On Seeking Truth from Facts" and "Re-Discussion on Seeking Truth from Facts" written by Mr. Zhou are almost completely consistent with the article "Practice", but they were published more than half a year in advance. It is foreseeable that "Practice" will definitely arouse strong repercussions across the country, and "On Seeking Truth from Facts"

The two signed authors of "Yan Yucheng and Liu Jincai" will once again become the focus of Xiangyang County, Baozhou area and even N Province.

But compared to half a year ago, they are no longer alone, but have become pioneers in the discovery of "truth standards".

"Teacher, you are amazing. Come on, I'll give you a toast with tea instead of wine."

Yan Yucheng raised his tea cup.

In the past, he also respected Mr. Zhou, but rarely used the honorific "you".

Mr. Zhou chuckled and picked up the cup.

"I just did some writing work, but you two are the pathfinders who practice the true knowledge. You are doing the actual work and you bear the pressure. Teacher, I don't dare to rob others of their beauty."

"Then you still teach well."

Liu Jincai also flattered.

"Uncle Zhou, Uncle Yan, Dad, I think you shouldn't be too happy too soon..."

Just as the three of them were complimenting each other, Liu Jun poured cold water on his head.

"Xiaojun, what are you talking about?"

Liu Jincai blew his beard and stared.

"Don't forget, the theoretical policy implemented previously is the highest directive."

The three of them looked at each other, and their enthusiastic mood suddenly dropped a lot.

Liu Jun had to do this because he knew that the collision of the two theoretical systems had just begun, and it would take a period of intense debate before the situation gradually became clear.

At this time, I would like to remind them that it is necessary to keep them calm and rational.

"Don't worry, that veteran comrade is here..."

Mr. Zhou said slowly.

As expected of a professor, he can see the most important points at once. Because the chief designer is the staunchest supporter of "practice tests the truth".

Liu Jun couldn't help but smile.

The three adults all looked at him. How could he hide such a weird smile?

"Xiaojun, you ghost, why are you laughing?"

Now they no longer dare to despise Liu Jun's opinion.

"It's nothing. Uncle's eyes are sharp and he gets to the point. It's really amazing!"

Liu Jun shook his head and dropped his book bag.

"Little guy, please speak more clearly."

Mr. Zhou was both angry and funny.

"Hey, it's obvious that competition is inevitable. I hope that uncle can continue his efforts and write an article "Three Essays on Seeking Truth from Facts"... This will make the storm more violent."

"Why? Didn't you just say that the theoretical policy at hand is the highest directive?"

Liu Jincai was puzzled.

"If the article "Practice Tests the Truth" were not published, it would be nothing serious for you and Uncle Yan to continue to suspend their duties for self-reflection. But now that the situation has changed drastically, if you want to hide in a small building and unite, I am afraid that you will not be able to do it.

He will definitely be classified as a 'practicalist'. Instead of waiting for the results, it is better to stand up, fight and be a vanguard..."

Mr. Zhou shook his head and sighed.

Yan Yucheng pointed at Liu Jun, his eyes widening like light bulbs.

"This...how does this look like a child? He is simply more cunning than Wang Benqing!"

Liu Jun raised his head and said "hum", pretending to be a great person. Unexpectedly, Mr. Zhou stretched out his hand and gave him a violent shudder, laughing and scolding: "If you don't fight for three days, go to the house."

Reveal!”

Alas, this military advisor deserves it! He really doesn’t deserve to be on the stage.

Liu Jun couldn't help but grimace and protested: "Uncle, don't hit me on the head, I will become stupid!"

"It's better to be silly, or you will become a sperm soon."

Yan Yucheng took pleasure in his misfortune.

…

As expected, "Practice" was severely criticized immediately after it was published. Those who proposed and adhered to the current theoretical policy insisted that this article was theoretically wrong and politically very bad, and that it was necessary to cut it down.

Red flag. The leaders of the central government in charge of ideological and theoretical work held consecutive meetings to criticize and criticize relevant personnel by name, repeatedly issued bans, and demanded that "the example will not be repeated next time."

In this environment, Liu Jun was originally worried that "Three Essays on Seeking Truth from Facts" would not be published. Unexpectedly, on May 23, "N Province Daily" actually published the full text on the front page, which greatly encouraged him.

Such a purely theoretical article, written by two grassroots cadres who were suspended for self-examination, could actually be published on the front page of the provincial newspaper, which itself speaks volumes. Although Mr. Zhou’s old colleague is the editor of the provincial newspaper, if not

With the approval of the Propaganda Department of the Provincial Party Committee, even if this article was published, it would not occupy such a prominent page.

Like the previous two times, "Three Essays on Seeking Truth from Facts" attracted increasingly fierce counterattacks.

Wang Benqing, who had originally intended to reconcile, changed his face and summoned Yan Yucheng and Liu Jincai in person to criticize them harshly.

In the spacious office of the director of the County Revolutionary Committee, Wang Benqing tore off his polite mask, slapped the table and became furious.

"Yan Yucheng, Liu Jincai, what on earth do you want to do? You have repeatedly published such erroneous remarks in the provincial newspaper. It is extremely wrong and the impact is too bad!"

Wang Benqing's secretary was standing outside the door, his face so gloomy that it was almost dripping with water.

Liu Jun had no choice but to stand three or four meters away from the office and listen carefully. The secretary kept looking at him and seemed to come over to chase him away several times, but in the end he did not move.

Perhaps in the secretary's mind, such an eight or nine-year-old child is really not worth fighting. If Liu Jun starts crying and affects the important conversation that Director Wang is having, the effect will be counterproductive.

"Director Wang, don't party members even have the right to express their own opinions?"

Yan Yucheng was not afraid of him, and his tone showed no sign of weakness.

"Humph, can you still be considered party members? You are too disorganized. Let me ask you, did you get approval from the county when you wrote articles for the provincial newspaper? Which leader in the county did you report to?"

"Director Wang, the articles we publish in the provincial newspaper are purely theoretical, not news reports, and do not require anyone's consent. The party's policy has always been to allow party members to express their opinions freely."

"Hey, our Xiangyang County is really full of talents. Are there still party members that the organization can't control?"

When Cui Xiuhe saw Yan Yucheng being so rebellious, he immediately stood up to help his "master". Speaking of which, he hated Yan Yucheng and Liu Jincai even more than Wang Benqing. Now that the top leaders were furious, how could he not go into battle to help?

"Minister Cui, who is the party member that the organization cannot control? Is it you or me?"

Regarding Cui Xiuhe, Yan Yucheng didn't even give him a place in the corner of his eyes.

"Of course it's you, is it me? You two have always been disorganized and very liberal. You have always been against the county revolutionary committee. You are three-quarters cooperative and seven-cent non-cooperative. I think you, Yan Yucheng, are very uncooperative.

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"I, Yan Yucheng, are very uncooperative? Minister Cui, I think you are just telling lies with your eyes open. When have I never obeyed the organization's decision? But you, in the name of the organization, exclude dissidents, make a big talk, and try your best to suppress them.

differences within organizations

Opinion. He raised a few acres of fish for the members of the Hongqi Commune, wrote a few articles for me and Comrade Liu Jincai, and punished us by suspending us from work and reflecting on it. 'Those who follow me and those who are different from me will perish.' Just say feudalism.

If you are paternalistic, that’s still polite..."

Yan Yucheng was determined to do something big.

"Then what should I say if I'm not polite?"

Wang Benqing's tone was cold, and Liu Jun couldn't help but feel uncomfortable. Although he didn't see his appearance, he thought only his voice was colder.
To be continued...