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

As the elevator descended, Tom couldn't help but chuckle as he thought about the political and business environment in America.

For a company to get on the table, it needs a legislator to endorse it;

A legislator who wants to run for office must have corporate financial support.

For a thousand years, regardless of the results, Dongda University has always been vigilant against collusion between government and business.

Upon arriving at Xida University, instead of being protected, it became a stepping stone for politicians.

As for Qiangsheng Engineering Company, which city councilor should they seek to endorse and endorse them?

Tom said:

It's simple, I'll just become a city councilor, won't I?

When the elevator reached the first floor, Tom asked the receptionist if he could borrow the phone.

The other party immediately and enthusiastically agreed to let Tom use it.

Tom called Father Vito and instructed him:

"Godfather Vito, immediately summon everyone in the Corleone family who has influence, except for Michael."

"I'll be right there."

Tom then called Carl and Anna respectively.

When Tom mentioned that there would be big news in New York in the next few days, Carl immediately said: "Take the train overnight and we'll arrive tomorrow morning."

As for Anna, it was pretty much the same. Tom said he was going to run for city councilor and wanted to invite Anna for an exclusive interview.

Anna readily agreed, stating firmly on the phone:

"Mr. Tom, your dream is the hope of the American people."

"I will definitely support you with all my might."

After hanging up the phone, Tom shook off the receptionist on his arm and left the lobby.

Tom got into his Ford and drove towards Brooklyn.

Although he had a general plan in mind, Tom was not one to merely admire the moon's reflection in water.

It is also necessary to conduct an on-site investigation to see the situation.

Tom got out of the car as they passed a fruit shop.

While selecting oranges to buy, I asked the fruit vendor:

"Sir, how safe is the neighborhood these days?"

The uncle counted the days on his fingers and replied:

"One day, two days, three days..."

"Holy crap, I haven't heard a single gunshot for four whole nights."

"It's simply a miracle from God!"

Tom grew up from a young age, so he naturally knew about the safety situation in Brooklyn.

Let alone three days, if there is no gunfire for even one night, many residents will suffer from insomnia due to the lack of "lullabies".

Tom asked again:

"If someone could guarantee safety, would you vote for them as a city councilor?"

"If the security situation is poor, what guarantees can you expect to win your vote?"

The uncle scratched his head again and asked in confusion:

What is a city council vote?

"Oh, I remember now."

"Is it that form that the police come to your door every few years and say you have to fill out and submit?"

"Every time, I vote directly for the first person."

Tom smiled, realizing he had overestimated the American mice.

My plan will definitely go more smoothly than I imagined.

Of course, Tom wasn't a fool who would only listen to one side of the story.

Along the way, I asked several shops for their opinions on the election.

After several comparisons, it turned out that the fruit vendor was the one who knew the most about city council elections.

At least he knew that the form was an election form for city councilors.

Tom arrived at the Corleone family's stronghold with the fruit, bread, beef, mutton, vegetables, and other groceries he had bought.

At 5:35, as soon as Tom entered the "prayer room," everyone's eyes were immediately drawn to him.

The last time Tom appeared at a meeting of the entire Corleone family, the eyes of the crowd were filled with disdain, contempt, and ridicule.

But this time, all that remained in everyone's eyes was respect and a hint of barely concealed fear.

Everyone knows that the Kovic family was able to unify the entire central constituency without firing a single shot.

It was all Tom's doing.

Feeling the completely different gazes directed at him, Tom walked to his previous spot and said:

"Do you all remember what I told you about whitewashing?"

"The reason I've gathered you all here today is to inform you of this."

"The whitewashing process officially begins today."

"And the first step was my campaign for city council."

Tom brought up the matter of clearing his name both times he visited.

But everyone's attitude was completely different.

Last time, everyone just thought Tom was a joke and a clown;

But this time, everyone subconsciously assumed that Tom would be the next city councilor.

Vito the Godfather picked up the conversation and asked Tom:

"Running for office requires speeches, campaigning, and canvassing for votes."

"Tom, what do you need us to do?"

Everyone volunteered, saying:

"Tom, I know a radio announcer. I can ask him to say a few words for you."

"Tom, my neighbor, is an Italian art student who failed his college entrance exams. Would you like him to paint some promotional posters for you?"

"Tom, I need to tell all my fellow Italians to vote for you..."

Tom gestured with his hands to signal everyone to be quiet.

Then, Tom assigned tasks to everyone, saying:

"I need you to help me organize my first campaign speech."

"The time is 12 PM on December 21st."

"Location: The largest rugby stadium in the central constituency."

"You need to prepare enough loudspeaker equipment for tens of thousands of people to hear clearly."

"At the same time, select some smart people in advance and have them blend into the general crowd during the speeches."

"If the Corleone family doesn't have enough manpower, they'll look for gangs in other constituencies."

"Use my name to borrow people from them."

Tom said seriously:

"If they don't cooperate, warn him:"

"This is my first campaign speech, and if I mess it up, nobody will get away with it."

The members of the Corleone family glanced at Tom, then at Godfather Vito, and nodded in agreement.

Immediately afterwards, Tom issued another incomprehensible command:

"At the same time, you should stockpile large quantities of food in your private capacity."

"I need you to buy all the food that can be stored for more than a month."

"But don't let it affect ordinary residents' ability to buy food normally."

"And don't attract the attention of the police or other departments."

"As for the rest, I can't tell you right now."

Everyone was puzzled, but remembering Tom's incredible abilities, they nodded in agreement.

Finally, Godfather Vito waved his hand, and everyone dispersed to complete Tom's mission.

Only the two of them remained in the meeting room. Tom looked at Godfather Vito and asked:

"Godfather Vito, I won the seat in the central constituency, aren't you upset?"

"This position was something I promised to your family."

Vito the Godfather smiled and replied generously:

"Tom, I care more about American politics than you think."

"You can't be a city councilor forever."

"No matter where you rise in rank, the central constituency is where you originated."

"Our Corleone family will not only not suffer losses, but we will also have to rely on you for the rest of your life."

Tom nodded in satisfaction, and then said:

"Godfather Vito, you understand. Next, I'd like to talk about Michael's enlistment in the army."