While in America, the system says Roosevelt was an emperor.

Tom was happier with Carl's reaction than with the reactions of the other people.

A few simple words, no matter how persuasive, can at most deceive a few hundred people;

With the addition of on-site amplification equipment, the number of attendees can be increased to tens of thousands;

If it is a radio broadcast, the number of broadcasts will increase exponentially, reaching hundreds of thousands, or even millions or tens of millions;

However, if written records are combined with visual materials, the influence will have no limit and could even have a permanent impact on all of humanity.

Carl wasn't swayed by the speech; instead, he was doing his job, helping Tom spread the word.

Tom likes people like that.

Anna and the other journalists were all deceived by the speech.

Tom prefers people like that.

But just like dating, it's okay to like two people at the same time;

Even dating two people at the same time is fine;

But you absolutely must not let two people know that you like/relationship with two people at the same time.

Tom's next step is to sow discord between Carl and Anna.

If the two of them collaborate on the report and then privately exchange their opinions on Tom, then Tom's plan will fall apart.

Before the ordinary Black audience could react, Tom pulled the reporters into a Black family restaurant.

The restaurant was empty; all the diners had gone out to watch Tom's performance.

Among the reporters, besides Carl who was writing furiously, the other reporters were still reflecting on the speech.

Tom walked over to Carl and glanced at the notebook.

It must be said that Carl had a good memory; he recorded Tom's speech word for word.

Tom patted Carl on the shoulder and said:

Give me the notebook.

Karl, not understanding what was going on, obediently handed over the notebook.

Tom made some minor modifications and returned it to Carl.

Carl's eyes lit up when he saw it; Tom's modification was brilliant.

All ethnic elements in the speech disappeared, transforming it into a speech that gave voice to the underprivileged.

Carl could see that this speech would resonate with more readers and greatly enhance its impact.

The original speech would most likely only resonate with Black readers.

Carl couldn't help but exclaim, then asked Tom:

"Oh my God, you changed it so cleverly."

"Could you tell me where you learned your knowledge of communication studies?"

Tom smiled but didn't reply.

Compared to the Internet communication studies of the 21st century, the communication studies of 1941 were truly immature.

Tom also thought further and deeper than Carl:

The reason for changing the content is not simply to expand influence;

More importantly, Tom does not intend to be inextricably linked to the Black Lives Matter movement.

You can fool the black guys outside, but don't try to fool the white guys.

Otherwise, they might be subjected to a "bloodline trial" by the madmen of the Golden Flower K Party at any time.

Then, Tom looked at Anna and the others.

Tom walked up to Anna and then addressed all the reporters:

"Everyone, what are your thoughts after hearing what I just said?"

Anna stepped forward, grasped Tom's hand, and shook it vigorously while excitedly saying:

"Mr. Tom!"

"Your ideals are truly magnificent!"

"No wonder you were willing to ignore the security risks and bring us to the gang's territory!"

"A person as great as you deserves our respect and emulation!"

Some reporters nodded in agreement, but a glint of clarity flashed in the eyes of others.

They gradually realized just how valuable the speech was for reporting!

Tom nodded in approval as he observed the different reactions of the two groups.

Plans are in place!

A virtuous person binds others with fame, while a petty person lures them with profit.

Tom, however, adopted a serious expression and lowered his voice to say:

"But I feel that racial discrimination in America is really too serious."

"Think carefully about which of my demands you haven't met."

"For you, it's just as common as drinking water."

"But for Black people, it is an impossible dream."

Anna looked down and recalled that Tom's highest demand in his speech was nothing more than the right to join Congress.

Carnegie family members were few in number, but not nonexistent;

My cousin's Morgan family has produced senators for generations.

As for the other journalists, they may not have members of Congress in their families, but they may have state legislators or city councilors.

In ordinary families, how could their children have the opportunity to attend a prestigious university?

Even if they do get in, how many of them will actually become journalists after graduation?

Tom continued addressing everyone:

"Although Italian immigrants faced discrimination from some white people, they were still white at heart."

"The discrimination faced by Black people is far more severe than that faced by Italian immigrants."

"The injustice the American government has done to them is beyond your imagination."

"During my time collecting taxes, I traveled throughout the Black community and got to know members of the Blood Lions."

"The more severe discrimination has led to the Blood Lion Gang's brutality, far exceeding your imagination."

"Otherwise, a large-scale bloody conflict wouldn't have broken out."

"Now, I'll ask you one more time: do you still want to venture deeper into the Blood Lion Gang's territory?"

Many reporters looked hesitant to leave, but Anna didn't hesitate and immediately replied:

"Mr. Tom, please take us there!"

"I have said that I am willing to give everything, including my life, for the people's right to know!"

Anna's words prompted the two reporters to shout in unison:

"Me too!"

"Mr. Tom, please take me there."

But most of his colleagues remained silent.

Anna let go of Tom's hand and turned to look at her other colleagues.

Many of her colleagues lowered their heads, not daring to meet Anna's gaze.

Anna looked at Karl again, her eyes burning, and continued:

"Cousin Carl, you'll be coming with me, right?"

Carl shook his head firmly. Could the news value of pursuing the truth of a bloody fight be as high as that of a speech?

But Karl couldn't say that out loud; he still had his pride.

Carl held up his camera and notebook, and explained:

"Cousin Anna, you heard Tom's speech just now too."

"This is a speech that all Americans should enjoy."

"The most important thing in media communication is timeliness, so I need to go back and do my work."

"Developing photos, preparing press releases, sending telegrams to The Washington Post..."

Carl's excuse was flawless, and many reporters nodded in agreement; they also planned to use this excuse to go back.

Not only Carl, but most of the journalists present believed that:

For the sake of big news, they don't mind risking their lives;

But with such big news already out there, why take the risk?

After saying that, Carl took his camera and notebook and left the restaurant.

Anna hesitated, unable to speak, and could only watch helplessly as Karl led most of the people away.

Anna's eyes were filled with complex emotions as she watched Karl's retreating figure.

Tom went to her side and comforted her:

Everyone has their own aspirations; don't let a few people shake your dreams!

Anna cried out:

"Cousin Carl, how did you suddenly become this kind of person!"

"Back in Washington, it was he who suggested investigating the gangs!"

"Why is he now so afraid of death...?"

"Waaaaah~"

Tom patted Anna on the shoulder and comforted her:

"People always change. You and your cousin may not be on the same path anymore."

Anna nodded, agreeing with Tom's words.

She and Karl were not on the same path!