This proposal was met with a unanimous response. Stirring things up, that's what officials do best.
Liu Zhizhong, following the rhythm, said: "County Head Zhang must have experiences and insights to share with everyone. Come on, let's give a round of applause!"
Damn, Liu Zhizhong led the applause, and the entire Standing Committee conference room burst into applause, all eyes on Zhang Hongyang.
Zhang Hongyang had no choice but to brace himself and step up, improvising a speech on the spot.
This really made him quite frustrated, because right from the start he had to say: "Thanks to Secretary Liu and everyone for giving me this opportunity. Actually, there's not much to say. First of all, Secretary Liu set a great example. When Secretary Liu came to Shanan as mayor, he did things this way, and the results are evident—publishing books, selling rights, making donations and all that..."