In this rapidly changing era, we need to be more sincere and respectful, rather than forgetting our hearts and trampling on the bottom line. Dear friends, the story I want to tell today is about how a person fell from the halo of a public figure, and about the dignity of history and the bottom line of Chinese people's feelings.
Not long ago, the name Zhao Lixin became the center of the storm of public opinion. He has been criticized for a series of controversial remarks made on social platforms. When he frivolously commented on historical events and ignored the names of martyrs, many people were outraged. I'm angry too. But beyond the anger, we need to be clear about the problem.
Imagine a highly respected artist who was once known for his interpretation of historical characters, but now dismisses the history itself that these historical characters represent. Do you ask yourself: how did he become like this, and why did he behave in such a way out of line?
Looking back at the journey that Zhao Lixin has traveled -- where is the young man who bravely pursued his dreams, studied hard to Xi, and adhered to the path of art? Could it be that success and reputation can wipe out the original intention? Could it be that the right to speak can make people unscrupulously trample on national feelings?
Every public figure should be aware of the weight of his words and actions. One word you say can affect tens of millions of people. If you can't do even the most basic respect for history and martyrs, then what do you have left?
This is not just a matter of Zhao Lixin's personal morality, it touches on a deeper sense of social values and cultural identity. How we perceive the past, honor our ancestors, and uphold national honor – these questions are much bigger than any individual.
Now, imagine a martyr standing in front of you who defended the interests of the country and the nation with his life, and imagine that you have the permission to post on Weibo or other social media accounts and talk about them in front of the whole world. What language would you choose to express?
Remember, my friends, that respect is not just a word;
I hope that Zhao Lixin and all others who have fallen on the wrong side of the public sphere will wake up, and that everyone who reads these words can reflect on it: when we talk about history and evaluate the past, please do so with awe, and when we have the right to speak out, please remember the weight of responsibility.
Let every piece of history be properly recorded and passed on, let every martyr get the respect he deserves, and let us work together to safeguard this precious and fragile cultural heritage. Because only in this way can we be worthy of being called "progressive" members of society in the true sense of the word.
Let us prove with our actions: despite the ups and downs, we will always stick to the brightest and warmest original intention in our hearts!