Miss President wants to talk to you

It's important to know that the Union in 1933 was filled with immigrants from all over the world, and its people were generally honest and simple, with all sorts of tough and ruthless individuals emerging one after another.

Impersonating a governor is not surprising at all.

“I’m sorry, Governor.”

Morrison thought about it for a long time, but finally decided to speak out.

“I don’t doubt you, but the number you’re calling isn’t a state government number. I can’t fulfill your request until you prove your identity.”

As soon as these words were spoken, a great deal of discussion broke out outside the broadcast room.

"How dare this young girl question the governor?"

“I don’t think there’s anything wrong with it. She was on duty anyway, and that’s a responsible thing to do.”

"It seems that government departments are not as incompetent as I thought."

In the studio, Lyman chuckled to himself.

He immediately understood that he was being suspected of being a liar.

But at the same time, Lyman also realized that this was an opportunity.

Show the audience how serious and responsible their public officials in the Empire State are about their jobs.

“You did a very good job, Miss Morrison.”

Lyman praised him on the spot, saying, "I won't make things difficult for you, but you will receive personal praise from your boss tomorrow, which you deserve!"

After saying that, he hung up the phone without further explanation.

Proving your identity on a TV show is quite troublesome, and if people don't believe you, it can easily lead to an awkward silence.

As governor, Lyman had many ways to find Commissioner Geller.

He called the state government operator directly.

"Please pick up Marcus Geller, the financial commissioner for Erie County."

"Yes, Mr. Governor!"

This time there were no obstacles.

The radio broadcast a dial tone indicating that a phone call was being connected.

At this moment, Farley, who was in his apartment in Washington, D.C., could no longer sit still.

The development of this program completely opened his eyes.

Is it really possible to resolve the issue of unpaid teacher salaries on a television program?!

If it were him, he definitely couldn't have done it.

Because Farley is too knowledgeable about administration.

What does the administrative system rely on to function?

It relies on tacit understanding, compromise, and the art of trading!

These things cannot be exposed to the light!

If all the steps are laid out in the open, how can the people below do their jobs?

However, Farley had to admit it.

The public buys into this.

He could even picture the faces of those watching the radio right now.

Those people tormented by the Great Depression, those who saw no hope, and those civil servants who were not yet familiar with the new policies.

They must be listening now, more attentively than ever before.

On the radio, the third call was connected.

"Hey?"

The voice on the other end of the phone was muffled, as if someone was eating.

“Marcus Geller?” Lyman asked.

"It's me, and who are you?"

“I am Herbert Lyman.”

"Lyman?"

Before the person on the other end of the phone could react, a woman's voice whispered, "Is this the governor?"

A sudden, violent coughing sound came from the other end.

He had clearly choked on his food.

"The governor?!"

Geller's voice suddenly rose, "I'm so sorry, I didn't know it was you! Please wait a moment, I'll get some water..."

"No need to rush."

Lyman said calmly, "Commissioner Geller, I ask you, why hasn't the federal back pay fund that arrived on March 10th been disbursed yet?"

"The President personally instructed that the funds must be disbursed within three days of receipt. You need to give me an explanation!"

There was silence on the phone.

They seemed completely unsure how to answer.

This silence was deafening to the entire federal population.

"He's too scared to say anything! There's definitely something fishy about this kid!"

"Could it be embezzlement?!"

"If we don't investigate, when will we ever find out?!"

Everyone held their breath, waiting for Geller's answer.

"Governor."

Geller's voice finally rang out again, "This money..."

What happened to this money?

"I……"

Geller stammered, seemingly unable to come up with a tactful way to express himself.

Lyman raised his voice: "Tell me! What exactly happened! If you don't tell me now, I'll come and investigate myself tomorrow!"

These words struck me like a thunderbolt.

This completely broke through Geller's psychological defenses.

“Governor, this situation is rather complicated.”

Geller's voice even sounded like he was crying, but he was trying hard to keep it steady.

"That's right, the siltation problem in the Erie River hasn't been addressed for three years."

"This spring, the water level rose, and three towns along the river faced the threat of flooding."

"The county council held an emergency vote and decided to use the money for dredging first..."

These words immediately caused an uproar among the audience.

incredible!

After all this time, the money was actually misappropriated?!

Could this phone call be about to uncover a major federal case?

Chapter Thirty-Three: The Shadow Organization

"We really didn't have any bad intentions!"

Geller wept bitterly, “The county government is out of money, but we can’t just ignore the river!”

"If a flood occurs, it won't just affect 10,000 or 20,000 people!"

Commissioner Geller's voice was full of sincerity.

Even some listeners outside the radio station were convinced.

There are priorities, and the federal government only has one grant, but there are two problems.

It's like having two groups of guests at the same meal.

There is always a sequence.

"That...that makes sense. If a flood occurs, it will be a serious matter."

"If I were Geller, I probably would have made the same choice."

"The governor is in a difficult position now."

Lyman did not answer immediately.

Dredging project? Emergency vote?

This is permissible under the laws of the Imperial State.

If the matter is indeed urgent, it is not necessary to report it to the state government first.

But as a seasoned politician, he almost instinctively sensed something was wrong.

"Geller, you mentioned the county council held an emergency vote. On what day was it?"

"March 11th, Governor."

There was indeed a problem.

Lyman couldn't help but sneer inwardly.

too fast.

The president allocated emergency special funds, without even notifying him, the governor, in advance.