"Yes, Confucius said: Rare goods can be held for a long time." Ronald said something boldly.

"Do you know how to deal with politicians?" Ronald has only voted for the leader and has not participated in deep political activities.

"I don't know," Douglas Jr. shrugged, "but I know who knows."

"Come with me, I will take you to see grandpa."

Both good friends know that this kind of friendship from America's top political family is not easy to obtain. There are opportunities between Ronald and George that ordinary people cannot encounter, which makes the two people's origins, backgrounds

, people who are very different in career and other aspects have become good friends who can talk a little intimately.

Such an opportunity should be managed well. It is not clear how little Doug should deal with these people. Fortunately, he has been in the family and has been exposed to it since he was a child, so he knows who to ask for advice when he encounters problems.

Douglas Jr.'s grandfather, Douglas Hansen Sr., was a World War II veteran, the largest local landowner, and an old-school gentleman. He was also one of the biggest supporters in the election of local congressmen.

In the big house where he lived, old Douglas read a book alone. In the whole house, there was only a secretary and a nurse to accompany him.

He politely complimented Ronald on the excellent shooting of "Top Gun", which reminded him of the documentary about aircraft carriers in the Pacific battlefield shot by director John Ford. He also said that Ronald shot better air combat shots than Ford.

It’s even more exciting to hunt Japanese turkey.

Ronald had never met Douglas Sr. except for a few veterans' anniversaries. After meeting him this time, he discovered that he was quite kind. Little Douglas looked very similar to him, perhaps the most similar among his grandchildren.

The old man banged his pipe and took Ronald to visit the room of honor where family members who had served in the military for generations were photographed in military uniforms. He was extremely satisfied with his grandson as a friend.

Back in the smoking room, Douglas Sr. asked Ronald to try his pipe. The mellow taste of Virginia tobacco made Ronald feel better than cigars. Douglas Jr. relayed what the deputy commander's eldest son said to him.

grandfather.

After listening to what his grandson and good friend Ronald said, Douglas Sr. put down his pipe. He nodded and smiled happily.

"Celebrities help presidential candidates endorse local candidates, which is a shortcut to participating in politics. It is easy to tie one's fame to the votes needed in the political arena and try it out. However, if it fails, there will be a heavy price to pay.

Ronald, are you confident in your appeal?"

"I'm afraid I can't." Ronald thought about it seriously. When he went to attend the movie announcement, many fans didn't know him, and they were ten times more crazy about celebrities than they were about directors.

"If that's the case, you might as well help him in other ways. For example, help him contact the endorsement candidates he wants to find, or... I remember that you have shot advertisements, and you can help the campaign team with some work in this area. Generally speaking,

When it comes to the interests of the campaign team, it is also the campaign manager in the team who presides over the distribution of benefits."

Ronald nodded. This was just as he had guessed. Little George probably asked him to help because he was referring to this aspect.

"Then, do I need to endorse the candidate? I think Frank Sinatra got a lot of benefits during the last presidential election?" Ronald thought of Sinatra endorsing his old friend, and then the president

After taking office, he was not only given a medal, but also pardoned him from being investigated by the FBI. He regained the property rights of a casino in Las Vegas.

"This is a good idea, but do you really support the Elephant Party?"

"What does this have to do with it? I really like the deputy commander's family." Ronald didn't understand.

"That's not how American politics works, young man." Douglass Sr. put a lot of effort into politics for his family's political career and to support the local congressman in the 13th District of New York.

"First of all, when you endorse a certain candidate, it means that you support his political ideas, rather than liking the person. Do you support all the political ideas of the current deputy commander?"

"Um..." Ronald didn't know how to answer, "I don't know, I haven't had time to ask yet."

"You have to ask clearly. Your support for any political figure is a drain on your most valuable asset - your credibility in the eyes of others. If the politician you support is inconsistent with your own ideas,

Then there is no return on this investment.”

Ronald realized what the old man meant. If a celebrity endorses a certain candidate, he is using his reputation as a guarantee to call on his followers to recognize that candidate. If something goes wrong with the candidate, his followers will

They may also become angry and even dislike this celebrity.

"And this is not just your business. The friends and circles around you, how they feel about the candidates, will also affect how the voters feel about you..."

That is to say, if most people in your industry circle side with another candidate and you have a unique endorsement, you will be rejected by most people in the industry. For a person who is not a professional

For politicians and celebrities, this may not be a good thing.

After all, Frank Sinatra is old, and he can make a good living just by relying on that casino. Ronald still has a bright future in the industry. Everyone knows that after the disgraceful war of Vietnam, most of the practitioners in Hollywood,

They are all supporters of the liberal left-leaning Donkey Party.

"I understand, thank you for your teaching."

Ronald was very satisfied with Douglas Sr.'s instructions and stood up to leave. Douglas Jr. also wanted to go with him, but was stopped by his grandfather.

"Doug, should you consider marrying a wife who conforms to traditional values?"

Seeing little Douglas being scolded by his grandfather, it was not convenient for Ronald to be there, so he slipped out first.

"Grandpa, aren't I looking for you? It's not that easy to find a woman who suits my needs, has received higher education, and has traditional values, and is willing to live in Staten Island."

"Life is like a battle, I don't want to listen to your excuses... Good girls are also very scarce, you have to keep attacking!"

"Grandpa, why did you advise Ronald not to endorse the deputy commander? I thought this was a good opportunity." Douglas Jr. nodded and agreed to continue the attack, then changed the subject and asked another question that he found interesting.

"This is for your friends' good, son. American politics is a feudal system. Congressmen and senators in various places are the lords of large and small fiefdoms.

Your friend's career foundation is in Hollywood, California. It's not a bad thing for him to be as close to a leader as the current leader who is loved by all the people. Old Ronald is an anomaly. In the past, only JFK Kennedy was like him. As long as he looked at the TV

The camera will do the talking and voters will fall in love with him. This is a wholesale campaign method.

But not every politician can win an election without the endorsement of powerful local factions. The current deputy commander, similar to Richard who was impeached back then, relies on carefully weaving relationships with powerful local factions.

The online establishment faction.

Their strength lies in the retail art of constantly blending and exchanging with the powerful local factions that control votes. And you, my child, can be this powerful faction on Staten Island, whether you run for Congress in the future or

It's okay to support a politician with traditional values.

I don’t want Staten Island to be relegated to those Brooklyn districts after I’m dead, with subsidy-seeking morons elected to represent us.”

"I understand, Grandpa." Little Douglas nodded. His roots are all on the island, and the old man is preparing to train him to take charge of the family's future.

"With friends like this, you can have the opportunity to build a relationship with the deputy commander's family. This is also the reason why I let you go to a public high school. Friendships formed during youth do not include any interests.

Ronald values ​​you as a friend, and you treat him well. You can become lifelong friends, and such a true friendship needs to be carefully cared for and not damaged because of any short-term interests."

…

"What took you so long?" Ronald asked little Douglas who came out of the big house, seemingly worried.

"Hey, if it's not the same old thing, grandpa will scold me. It's still early today, where are you going? Back to your aunt's house or not?"

"I have to buy some gifts for Donna. She is a little looked down upon on Wall Street now. Plus, she gave me good investment advice, which helped me avoid a lot of losses. I must reward those who avoided losses for me.

people."

"Let's go together..." Douglas Jr. drove out of his sports car, let Ronald sit in the car, and went to the ferry terminal back to Manhattan.

"Donna!" Ronald waited for Donna on the ground floor of Building 1 of the World Trade Center. The wait for the elevator here took several minutes at a time.

"Ronnie, have you finished your work?" Donna was very happy that her busy cousin could come to meet her, but there was a nasty guy behind him.

"What you said to me that day was very helpful in my decision. I have to thank you. Will you be okay next time? Come with me and I will give you a few gifts that will help your career development."

"Yes, yes, you really need some good clothes. Here on Wall Street, people are just pretending to be good."

Little Douglas echoed from the side.

"Hmph..." Donna didn't give him a good look, and walked forward with Ronald in her arms. "Really? Did my suggestion really help you?"

"Of course, I have always followed America's traditional virtues of equal exchange. This is what you deserve." Ronald replied with a smile.

"My car is parked in the parking lot!" Douglas Jr. immediately took two quick steps to pick up the car.

A few people first came to a buyer's store on Fifth Avenue, which contained a variety of beautiful office suits, women's clothing for social occasions, as well as some brand-name bags and accessories. In New York now, it is popular to rely on the taste of the shop owner.

Come to the all-round matching, one-stop shopping store.

A tastefully dressed lady came out to greet the three people, "Gentlemen, Miss, hello, how can I help you?" She quickly glanced around, and then took the initiative to ask Ronald.

Little Douglas looks very rich, but his clothes are all custom-made and he will not buy these brand clothes. The clothes of beautiful girls are not expensive enough, and they dress like secretaries and job rookies. Only Ronald is both handsome and handsome.

People who have a hairstyle that looks expensive are usually the ones who spend the most money on their appearance.

"You guessed wrong. It's not for me, but for my cousin Donna." Ronald let Donna out, then took out his wallet from the bag behind his butt and took out a Wells Fargo VIP credit card with a large amount.

Passed it to the other party."

"Let my cousin shine, that's all I ask."

"Shine up?" The shopkeeper's eyes lit up, she took the credit card, called two assistants to help Donna choose, and went to the back to call the bank to verify the credit card.

"Sir, may I venture to ask, how bright do you want Miss Donna to be?" The shop owner quickly finished the call. The quota number had already doubled her enthusiasm. She didn't know how much of the quota she could fight for.

.

"Very sparkly!" Ronald said, go ahead and find some nice clothes.

"Add this one to me." Little Douglas also took out his credit card and gave it to the other party, "and find some ladies' handbags to match with beautiful clothes and some nice watches."

Donna chose two formal suits for work and some matching pairs of shoes. The shop owner tried his best to persuade her to buy another dress that could be worn in social situations and highlight her feminine charm.

"Oh..." When Donna came out wearing a black skirt with a very thin waist and small pleats, little Douglas exclaimed.

Donna was wearing a skirt, holding an elegant small bag, and a low-key luxury watch. She immediately transformed from a young college graduate into a charming workplace veteran.

"Isn't this a bit... um, ostentatious?" Donna glared at Douglas Jr. before asking Ronald for his opinion.

"No...it's confidence." Douglas Jr. was not praising her this time. Donna did have a capable temperament. This outfit well highlighted her temperament that is different from that of ordinary women on Wall Street. She is calm and rational, yet not lacking in charm.

"Indeed, it's very simple and elegant. This outfit seems to say that you are a confident person who doesn't mind the attention of others, and then conquer them with your intelligence." Ronald felt that this outfit made Donna that

The contradictory temperament of rationality and sensibility in this MIT science major beauty is well reflected.

"Okay, then add this set." Donna was happy.

Several people were holding boxes containing clothes and shoes, and little Douglas was in front as the driver. The group arrived at the appointed BMW dealer.

"This is a gift for you. Didn't you say that people often see the car you drive and don't want to give you time? Now they should give you time."
To be continued...