Star Tycoon

Chapter 190 Neutral
Without cultural identification, one cannot understand why a single line of dialogue can elicit cheers from countless people.

The upper echelons of various regions, including Financial City, Technology City, Entertainment City, Industrial City, and Federal City, have all realized something due to the immense popularity of Cotton Town.

A lion appeared between the donkeys and elephants.

The Lion King is a story about the struggle between a golden lion and a black lion. It is originally an African story, but its original meaning has been distorted.

The golden lion and lioness returned to their kingdom homeland together and drove out the usurping black lions and black dogs.

"Dye it blonde!"

"It has to be dyed blonde!"

It was the year of the presidential election in the United States, and the candidates from both the Democratic and Republican parties quickly dyed their hair blonde.

It must be striking blonde hair; there can be no stray blonde hair, nor brown hair, and definitely not black hair.

If she doesn't dye her hair blonde, she'll lose the support of voters, or even their hostility.

Lone Star State is a traditionally red state, but the Smiths never joined any political party and remained free men.

At the funeral of the fruit company's founder, John Smith, who rarely went out, met several lobbyists who had come specifically to persuade him.

The first to greet us was a traditional white man in his seventies, with a politician's smile.

“Hello, John.” James greeted John Smith with a smile, extending his hand. “I’m James Austin, a Blue Party member.”

John Smith nodded, glanced at the funeral which was now over, and then walked away.

"Let's talk outside."

"it is good."

The two walked to the parking area to talk, and James took the initiative to say, "I'm here to invite you to join us. We have common ground on immigration, technology, privacy, and taxes."

James had been watching this young man for a long time. Starting about two years ago, this young man was like the sun, radiating light that illuminated the entire beacon nation.

He was still very weak the year before last, but he gradually became vigorous last year.

By this year, he could be considered the future of the United States.

Today, the two parties are essentially divided into progressives and conservatives, one focusing on new technologies and the other on industry.

If John Smith preferred the other side, he should have joined much earlier.

John said mildly, "I don't take sides, nor will I publicly endorse either side."

Most business groups remain neutral, but individuals may have their own inclinations.

John Smith is the Smith Group.

Unlike other corporations, the Smith Corporation is a family business, a joint venture comprised of residents of the small town.

Such enterprises have more freedom to explore new frontiers, while also ensuring that the people of the town remain closely connected and work together to resist outsiders.

There are many small towns and tribes around the world, but what is lacking is a small town composed entirely of middle and upper-level talents.

There are actually some such groups and small-town communities; similar high-quality communities can be found in several major countries.

But it's not feasible to get these people to actively participate in politics.

Extremely difficult!
Both Cotton Town and Watermelon Town are not involved in politics, in fact, they are completely uninvolved.

James cautioned, "Your vote is your power, and if you don't use it, you lose that power."

John was not swayed. "The Smith Corporation possesses neutral power." James nodded in agreement.

“You’re right. If that’s all your ambition was, then you’ve accomplished it in just two short years.”

The elderly James looked at the handsome, kind-hearted farm boy who exuded vitality.

He was inexperienced in everything, both in politics and business.

However, he possesses the personal charisma most needed in this era, as well as the youthful and vibrant fighting spirit and the future.

“Many of us are getting old, and if you are willing to join us, we are willing to entrust your future to you and your spouse.”

“I feel like both of you are a bunch of lunatics right now.” John frowned as he looked at James. “That sounds a bit arrogant, but I have indeed taken a close look and found that there is no need to take sides.”

James asked, "You want to become a third force?"

John shook his head. "I don't have that idea for now, but if this country keeps getting worse and keeps going downhill, then someone needs to guide it back to the right path."

James got a not-so-bad result.

“Okay, I like your decision. I still have feelings for this country, you know. What I learned from the previous generation fifty years ago, and now seeing those young people… their crazy behavior, sometimes makes me sad.”

John smiled and said, "I'm still young, and so are you."

James also gave a natural smile, "I'm glad, and if you make a decision someday, I hope it's the right one."

“Yes.” John nodded and said seriously, “I will make my family, my friends, this country and the world think that it was the right decision.”

James looked at the seemingly radiant young man, smiled, and then began to chat casually.

No further words were needed; James believed John would be the future of this country.

Some things don't need to be said. Before coming, I thought it might take several hours to discuss, but after meeting the people, I realized that it was completely unnecessary.

The person in front of me is someone with firm beliefs.

"John, how many children do you plan to have? Doesn't Leanna want children?"

The old man started talking about his children, just like any other elderly person in the world.

John replied, "We plan to have a baby next year. We have a lot to take care of this year, so we'll be very busy."

James assumed it was a company matter and nodded, saying, "You're all young and can have more children. Many of us are in the situation because we don't have enough kids."

The two walked from the parking area to the lawn, and chatted about many things while taking a stroll together.

There are family matters, tax and policy issues, many opinions about the country, and also important figures from various forces.

Despite attracting the attention of many influential figures who are trying to win them over, the Smith Group has already established a firm foothold.

Now that the two sides are vying for power, neither has time to deal with the Smith Group, which has not taken sides.

The eventual victor may, given time, take action against the Smith Group, which has not taken sides.

But that's for next year.

The Smith Group has a lot to do this year.

Industry, aerospace, sports, AI technology, computing centers, robotics, foreign trade, the Empire State Building...

This year, especially in the second half of the year when technology tax revenue and population growth increase, Smith Corporation will achieve a rise that will shock the world!

(End of this chapter)