Chapter 919

Washington, USA.

It's April 26, Friday.

In the briefing room of the White House, Bill Clinton has reduced the number of personal press conferences he presided over since falling into the whirlpool of the Paula Jones case. Today is the first time in the last two months.

Because it's a good time.

Today, we will not be asked by reporters whether Kenneth Starr has made any mistakes, or whether the single veto just obtained some time ago is unconstitutional.

The number of times the president personally presides over the individual press conference is decided by the individual according to the schedule, and there is no mandatory regulation.

However, Clinton is a politician who is very good at marketing his personal public image. He knows that there are many advantages in maintaining proper direct contact with the media. In the two years before taking office, Clinton basically maintained a very stable frequency of hosting a personal press conference once a month. Only in the past year or so has he had to reduce the frequency to about once every two months.

With the click of the shutter, the first reporter of the Washington Post, as Clinton imagined, asked an expected question: "Mr. President, how do you evaluate Simon westero's visit to China this week?"

Clinton showed a long-standing friendly smile and affirmed: "this is a great business visit. Simon's exchanges with Chinese officials will bring the economic cooperation between China and the United States into a new stage. Moreover, it will be a win-win situation. The recent week's stock market growth of the federal government is the most direct proof."

It's a very conventional answer.

When the second reporter got up, the question was not so friendly: "Mr. President, is it reasonable for China to treat Simon westero with the courtesy of receiving the head of state?"

As the reporter spoke, many people paid close attention to the possible micro expressions on Clinton's face without blinking.

Unfortunately, everyone is doomed to be disappointed, and the president's expression is still impeccable: "China does receive Simon with a high standard, but I think Simon's achievements deserve it. What's more, we all know that compared with the official state visit, the difference is very obvious. I hope you don't deliberately mislead the public. "

"Mr. President, do you have a plan to visit China at present? If so, will your visiting team exceed Simon westero?"

"No, my first term has been focused on restoring the federal domestic economy. If possible, I hope to visit China in my second term, "Clinton said with a smile, adding:" as for the size of the visiting team, considering the interests of taxpayers, I will try my best to save money. "

"Mr. President, it is said that Simon westero's visit to China cost 12 million US dollars. Do you think it is a kind of extravagance that should be condemned?"

"I don't think there are so many, and I don't understand where you get the data, so it's not convenient to comment."

In fact, we all know that the two questions just now are somewhat provocative.

Simon's visit is so large that it will be very expensive.

However, because it is the Chinese government's initiative to invite, it is very interesting to know who will pay for these expenses. Although someone is rich and powerful, he is not a big wrongdoer. What's more, if a visit by Simon westero can bring such a boost to the national economy, let alone 12 million US dollars, it is worth ten times.

Another reporter stood up, still impolite: "Mr. President, will this visit of westero prompt Washington to speed up negotiations with China on its accession to the WTO?"

"No," Clinton shook his head decisively. "At present, our negotiation with China on joining the world trade organization is still in its infancy. The federal government will be very cautious about this negotiation, so as to absolutely ensure the interests of the American people."

"So, Mr. President, China's accession to the WTO is a foregone conclusion. The only problem is the specific terms of the contract?"

"China, a huge market with a population of 1.2 billion, will benefit the whole world by joining the WTO. I am looking forward to introducing China into the WTO on the premise of protecting the interests of all WTO members, but I have to say that this is not a foregone conclusion. It all depends on whether China shows enough sincerity. "

"Mr. President, what do you think of the impact of the" westero effect "on Asian stock markets?"

Clinton's face changed into a proper smile, but the words did not leave: "I have noticed this since a few years ago, which is very interesting. But frankly, I think it's just an overreaction from the market. Asian countries have always been long-term partners of the Federation, and their economic development is very good. "

The topic of Simon's trip to China lasted for nearly an hour, and all the questions prepared by the reporters were answered. When he noticed that someone was beginning to lead in a less pleasant direction, Clinton announced the end of the press conference decisively.

Leaving the briefing room of the White House, a White House intern with black hair, short stature and plump figure came up and handed Clinton a piece of information, saying: "Mr. President, the vice president has been waiting for you in the Oval Office."Clinton nodded, took advantage of the opportunity of the girl close to him, grabbed a hand behind each other, whispered: "come to me after dinner."

The intern subconsciously looked behind him. The other two white house staff members came out of the briefing room together. They just turned a blind eye to the president's action. The intern blushed a little, but agreed to follow Clinton to the Oval Office.

An intern named Monica Lewinsky handed in Clinton's latest support survey.

Clinton bent his head while walking, and quickly combed in his mind whether there were any mistakes in the answers just given at the press conference.

The results were satisfactory.

Especially the support figures in the report.

Kenneth Starr's investigation into the Paula Jones case not only failed to hit his public support rate, but even played a counter effect. At present, the figure has reached the highest level of 61.5% since he took office. As long as there is no big accident, the re-election is almost certain.

Reelection is also Clinton's top priority.

Everything else has to stand aside.

On the other hand, the report in hand is actually an online survey from igrit.

Different from a small amount of sampling error of entity survey company, the accuracy of support rate report based on network data analysis is very high. Clinton is also clear that the westero system regularly provides itself with these documents that are not enough for humanity. In fact, they are a kind of reminder.

At the personal press conference just now, Clinton always showed great propriety.

However, it is impossible to say that he did not envy or even envy that young man's grand visit to China. However, Clinton's strong psychological quality has successfully resolved all these negative emotions.

Because it doesn't make sense to understand.

If it can not be resolved, or even evolved into practical action, it will only bring trouble to him.

Clinton, one of the most powerful people in the world, has never been as relaxed as the outside world imagined. His distinctive goal oriented character makes him always understand what he needs and doesn't need, so he won't accumulate these meaningless emotions.

Clinton knows that the only thing he has to do is to continue his power to the greatest extent.

The first is the second term.

Then, like the Bush family, the Clinton family will be built into a prosperous and powerful political family.

To do this, he must unite with all available resources.

Therefore, as long as Simon westero can support his re-election and follow-up, there is no problem.

As for the wealth and power that the young man has at this time, which is beyond all other people's reach, envy is useless, think too much, and even make people feel powerless.

When he came to the Oval Office, Vice President Al Gore got up and said hello to Clinton. He saw the black haired female intern who came in with him, frowning slightly without any trace. When the other party gave them coffee, they left. There were only two left. Gore said frankly, "bill, I asked someone to recommend that girl to the Ministry of defense just now. What do you think?"

Clinton just took a sip of coffee, smelled that the speech was just a little meal, and quickly nodded: "no problem."

Even Gore is concerned about it. Clinton realizes that it's time to let go, otherwise it may bring unpredictable consequences. So although I was a little uncomfortable with Gore's frankness, I agreed.

Seeing that Clinton agreed, Al Gore didn't say much. He turned to the topic and talked with Clinton about today's business.

It's still about Simon.

As of yesterday's close, the NASDAQ index has hit 3697.

Last time, all parties jointly cancelled Simon westero's plan to suppress the rise of the NASDAQ index. But now, the rise of the NASDAQ index is out of control. In two months, the rise has exceeded 10%. If this continues, it may be a big trouble if the NASDAQ index falls into a crash before the end of the year.

Economic indicators are a core factor that influences the US general election. George Bush's defeat in the 1992 election is the most obvious example.

However, after more than ten minutes of discussion, they had no clue.

I can't help remembering that Simon westero's strategy of reducing his holdings on a regular basis more than two months ago is actually correct. However, there are some things that people know are right, but they are difficult to implement, and even oppose others to implement, because the general trend is so.

Now the whole wall street has fallen into a frenzy. In fact, the White House can use no more means than Simon westero, and it will not be more brilliant.

The most direct way is to push the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates, as westero suggested earlier this year.

And then what?

Raising interest rates is the most unstable double-edged sword.

, with a slight lack of attention, directly broke the new technology bubble. In this case, it's better to gamble, let it go, and bet that the Nazhi will survive November.So helpless for a moment, Gore looked at Clinton: "where is Simon now?"

Clinton shook his head: "I don't know, but it must be some beautiful place in China."

"Maybe you should make time to call him."

Clinton hesitated a little and nodded: "I'll get in touch with him as soon as possible."

In fact, I also understand that this call is not to ask someone for advice, because the other party has already put forward suggestions to them, which not only has not been adopted, but has spoiled someone's own initiative. Therefore, this phone call, to be more accurate, is just for peace of mind. I hope someone can tell them that Nazhi can last until the end of the election.

Yangshuo, China.

This small town on the other side of the Lijiang River is located on the top of Dongling Mountain.

It's still morning on the east coast of the United States, and it's late at night on the Chinese side.

In the past few days, Simon and Janet have left the team. On Wednesday, they quietly went to climb the Great Wall, and on Thursday, they turned to see the terracotta warriors and horses. After all, when they come to China, these landmark scenic spots are indispensable. On Friday, this afternoon, the private plane first landed in Guilin and then arrived in Yangshuo.

In the evening, standing on the terrace of the other courtyard on the top of the mountain for the first time, she watched the towering peaks around her. Even though she was born in a rich family and traveled all over the world since she was a child, Janet was still shocked by the creation of heaven and earth in front of her.

Guilin's landscape is the best in the world.

It's well deserved.

I was very excited to enjoy the sunset, tasted all kinds of delicacies carefully prepared here, and talked with Simon about the plans for the weekend. Finally, I lay in bed and pestered Simon about crouching tiger, hidden dragon, which the man was reading in recent days. After all, I couldn't bear to stay up late and just went to bed.

The whole journey was a comfortable private plane, and Simon's physical fitness was much better than Janet's, but he didn't feel sleepy.

Holding a cat in her arms, Janet didn't look through the last pages of Crouching Tiger, hidden dragon under the bedside lamp until the woman stopped mumbling.

At the end of the two-day trip, Simon has been paying close attention to the follow-up feedback.

In addition to Japan, South Korea and other Asian countries, there is no other unexpected situation.

This is the best way.

As long as this week goes by, the popularity of public opinion will rapidly decrease.

In fact, Simon has never forgotten some potential risks that may be brought about by this visit, whether it is political or economic. Therefore, it is not only the apparent scale of this visit that is very large, but also the operation of the Westeros family in the public opinion in private.

Simon's goal is also that this visit will eventually lead to a "win-win" result.

I don't know how long later, the woman in her arms arched again and grunted, as if dissatisfied. Simon smiles, puts down his book, reaches out and turns off the lamp.

Apricot blossom and spring rain in Jiangnan.

Get up the next day, there is no apricot flowers, no spring rain, but there is Yangshuo small city in the spring mist filled mountain scenery.

This is also Jiangnan.

On the terrace overlooking the town on the other side of the courtyard near the Lijiang River and the surrounding hills, Janet was wearing the Hanfu she had just sent in the morning. The color of her dress was very light blue, with a few handmade embroideries on the cuff and the front of the skirt. Other large pieces of white space were left, which had a special charm. It is made of thick pure cotton cloth instead of silk yarn, which can resist the cold in the morning fog in the mountains.

The waitress helped him put it on and looked at it in the mirror for a long time. Then she forced Simon to change into the same style of "lovers' clothes".

Then we turned to the terrace beside the cliff for breakfast.

Chen Qing, who also changed into a water-green Hanfu, kneels down beside the table where they eat. The Hanfu style of the girl is tight and girdle, which is completely different from the wide robes and big sleeves of Simon and his wife. She puts herself in a very right position without any trace in her standard servant dress. Seeing Chen Qing dressed up like this, Simon is not surprised why she has become more and more popular with Janet in recent days, and has to admire the girl's exquisite appearance.