I was acting crazy in North America, and all the crazy people there took it seriously.

Chapter 231 A Nationwide Referendum: "Are You Sick?"
Although they chose to accept the challenge, Logan and his team didn't foolishly announce that they would develop a specific drug to deal with it.

The so-called "convinced" standard ultimately rests with the other party, doesn't it? Even if the "Prison BA" alliance comes up with a real "miracle drug," what can you do if they just renege on their promise?
So, if you're going to play, play big! Stir up the waters completely and drag everyone down with you!

As for how exactly to pull off the stunts, Logan didn't need to give much advice; the Sun Reporter members, honed through countless stunts, were already in the zone.

With everyone contributing their thoughts, a plan was quickly outlined that would both occupy the moral high ground and attract massive traffic.

"The tone of this statement must be elevated! We cannot remain at the level of a bet or a fight for face; we must rise to the level of justice!"

"Yes! We must present our acceptance of the challenge as a proactive choice, a choice made for the benefit of all the people!"

"So the key is to get the public involved! Let them be the judges and the participants! The pharmaceutical industry may disagree with us, but do they dare to disagree with the will of the entire public?"

"That's the approach. We need to ensure that all pharmaceutical companies, whether they're established or independent, can't stand aside and will even have to follow our lead!"

"Yes, we need to make it even more difficult... I mean, even if we fail, we need to make the failure seem tragic yet justifiable, even 'promoting the progress of the industry,' so that we can make a glorious exit and generate plenty of buzz!"

"Furthermore, just in the worst-case scenario, by God's grace, we get incredibly lucky and actually achieve something... then we will be the people's will, crushing all opponents with the overwhelming public opinion..."

Logan listened to his group of "troublemaking experts" excitedly adding to and perfecting the content, nodding frequently with a satisfied expression on his face.

Very well, The Sun doesn't tolerate idlers; these guys have truly mastered the art of "making a scene"!

He added only one point at the end: "We can also try to win the support of the Department of Agriculture's Chemical Bureau and progressives."

Everyone was stunned.

We were practically fighting tooth and nail in the media before, and now we're asking for their support? Do Chief of Staff Campbell and those progressives look like saints who turn the other cheek?
Faced with the suspicious gazes of the crowd, Logan wore an extremely innocent expression, as if those scathing articles that vilified the other party had nothing to do with him:
"Those are all unscrupulous media outlets stirring up trouble for the sake of traffic, distorting our original intentions! This is a complete misunderstanding!"

Everyone: "..."

Looking at Logan's face, which seemed to scream "truth" on the left and "honesty" on the right, they inwardly scoffed: "No wonder he's an opinion leader! His shamelessness in blatantly lying without batting an eye is what makes him the boss!"
Then everyone chimed in, "Yes, it's all a misunderstanding!"

The problem is, how do we get them to understand that this is a misunderstanding?

Logan sighed softly and stepped forward: "For the sake of the American people, I will voluntarily come to apologize!"

……

When Chief Campbell heard that Logan, the representative of the "Prison BA" alliance, was visiting, his first reaction was that the other party had come to provoke him.

However, Logan's behavior after meeting him completely surprised him.

Logan immediately launched into a scathing critique of "certain unscrupulous media outlets":
"Director, we have all seen that some newspapers, eager to stir up trouble, have wantonly distorted the facts in order to grab attention, and have even stigmatized you and your progressive colleagues as 'conservative and backward forces.' This is utterly absurd!"

"I believe that someone is trying to sow discord between our 'Prison BA' alliance and the Department of Agriculture's Chemical Bureau, as well as all progressive people who are genuinely concerned about public welfare!"

Logan's tone was so sincere, so indignant. At this moment, the advantage of using multiple pseudonyms to launch attacks everywhere became fully apparent—those were the personal actions of "unscrupulous individuals" or "independent commentators," what did it have to do with him, Logan?

To clear up the "misunderstanding," Logan further demonstrated his "sincerity":
“Director, although we have different identities and paths, I firmly believe that our ultimate goal is the same—to promote the standardization and scientification of drug regulation in the United States, and to protect the health rights of millions of ordinary people.”

"The situation has developed to this point, filled with turmoil and noise, which is not what we wanted. We sincerely hope to work with the USDA Chemicals Service to make a real contribution to drug regulation in the United States."

Logan then elaborated on their plan to take on the challenge and invited the USDA Chemicals Bureau to participate deeply as an impartial oversight body and partner.

Director Campbell was astonished by their bold move and felt Logan's "sincerity" that seemed to melt away all barriers. Although his instinctive wariness and suspicion had not disappeared, he knew that if their plan succeeded, it would indeed drive great progress in the entire industry.

Finally, Chief of Staff Campbell slowly extended his hand in agreement.

……

The following day, the "Prison BA" league and The Sun jointly issued a statement—

The statement began by recounting the initial intention: "Our 'Prison BA' league was initially established simply to regulate athletes' drug use and ensure fair and healthy competition. But upholding the spirit of boundless love, we aspire to extend this sense of responsibility to all the people of America, which led to the proposal to establish the 'American Center for Drug Regulation'."

"Currently, we have heard some skepticism from society, especially from within the pharmaceutical industry. We understand this caution and respect the importance of professionalism. Therefore, we have decided to accept this difficult challenge!"

"This isn't about making a bet with anyone, but about showcasing our ideal drug development and regulatory process!"

"Therefore, starting today, The Sun, in conjunction with Voice of Freedom radio, will launch a nationwide referendum on 'The Top Ten Diseases Americans Most Want to Crack'!"

"Citizens of America! Which disease causes you and your family the most suffering? Which disease's shadow should be prioritized for our nation's medical elites to dispel?"

“Every family, every individual suffering from illness, please use your vote to tell us what the most urgent ‘life-saving medicine’ this country needs is!”

The statement made a solemn commitment: "We, the 'Prison BA' Alliance, hereby solemnly swear that we will invest huge resources and unite all scientific research forces dedicated to this cause to select at least one of the top three diseases on the public vote list for focused research and development!"

"The above process will be overseen by the Department of Agriculture's Chemical Bureau and by all the American people!"

"We also issue this ultimate challenge to all pharmaceutical companies and research institutions across the United States: regardless of the technology or drug form, whoever makes a breakthrough in any of the top ten disease areas on the list, our 'Prison BA' alliance will provide the fastest and widest channels for publicity and application, and fully support them in leading the industry and setting the rules!"

"So, all Americans, take action! Every vote you cast could determine the future health and well-being of you or your loved ones!"

This "referendum," designed to ensure broad coverage across all social strata, employed a simple and direct method:
Cut out ballots from The Sun and mail them back, or drop them at designated locations—Campbell mobilized various progressive organizations to help set up polling stations across the United States, collect ballots, and conduct preliminary counts.

Voice of Liberty has also partnered with telephone companies to launch a hotline for online voting.

In short—Hey, are you sick? If you are, let's have a referendum!
Historically known as: The American People's Sickness Referendum!
……

(End of this chapter)