Beijing, China – September 9, 2024
On a crisp autumn afternoon, Beijing witnessed a gathering of over twenty enthusiastic red friends who came together to mark the 80th anniversary of the publication of Serve the People and the 48th anniversary of the death of Chairman Mao Zedong. The event, held on September 8, 2024, was a solemn occasion to remember the iconic leader and his enduring legacy.
A Gathering of Minds
The座谈会, hosted by Xiao Hongxing, began with a heartfelt sharing by Professor Kong Qingdong, who delivered his insights on Serve the People, a seminal work by Mao Zedong. Kong’s humorous and vivid words resonated deeply with the audience, instilling a sense of confidence and strength. His genuine and inspiring speech encouraged everyone present to study Mao’s thoughts and embody the spirit of serving the people, reinforcing their belief in the ultimate victory of communism.
Historical Reflections
Complementing Kong’s presentation, Party history scholar Jin Yuecheng provided a compelling perspective on Mao’s role in the context of Chinese revolution and current socio-political landscape. He argued that Mao is a symbol of liberation for the people and a source of fear for the exploiting classes. The attitude towards Mao determines the people’s attitude towards any political force in China, making him the greatest people’s leader and mentor forever.
Personal Stories and Advocacy
The event also featured personal stories and advocacy efforts. Zao Er dai, a social media personality, shared his experiences of being mistreated during attempts to visit Mao’s mausoleum. His account highlighted the contrast between the deep love for Mao and the disdain shown by reactionary forces. He and his lawyer friends have been actively involved in advocating for the rights of laborers who have suffered illegal injustices, contributing to the development of the red cause.
Ideological Commitment
Lü Tu teacher read a speech by Green Field teacher titled Learning from Chairman Mao’s ‘Serve the People’. The speech emphasized the need for the Communist Party to adhere to Mao’s revolutionary thoughts, anti-revisionism, and prevent the restoration of capitalism.
Science worker Wei teacher spoke about the importance of criticizing and exposing the mistakes of traitors who have confused the thoughts of the Party and the people, corrupted political and social morals, and betrayed the international communist movement. He identified these individuals as the root cause of the current crises facing China.
Advocacy for Workers’ Rights
Qi Yang introduced the story of Tong Runzhong, who fought legal battles to promote constitutional core values through personal rights defense. He highlighted the constitutional provision that China is a socialist country led by the working class, which serves as the most profound, just, and authoritative legal basis for the rights defense struggles of the laboring masses.
Critique of Bourgeois Nationalism
Zhen Aiguo, a retired cadre from a central government agency, criticized bourgeois nationalism that欺骗s the laboring people under the banner of patriotism.
Call to Action
In conclusion, Xiao Hongxing called on the red friends to study and apply Mao’s thoughts, become conscious fighters, adhere to the correct political direction, and actively expand red power and develop the red cause. He encouraged them to believe in the brightness ahead and the certainty of victory for the people.
Conclusion
The event served as a testament to the enduring legacy of Chairman Mao and his ideology. It provided a platform for reflection, advocacy, and the reaffirmation of commitments to serve the people and pursue scientific socialism. As the gathering concluded, the participants left with a renewed sense of purpose and dedication to the cause.
About the Author: This article was compiled by volunteer correspondent Wang Mei and submitted to Wyzxwk.com, a platform that focuses on political observations and the promotion of red culture in China. The views expressed in the article are those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the website.
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