[Tweet from the editor of a historical blogger]:
When we think of ancient power games, we often think of court struggles and dynastic changes, but in recent years, an investigative report written by Feng Junqi, a doctor from Peking University, has revealed a new reality: power struggles and family politics are also a brilliant drama at the grassroots level at the county level in China.
Xinye County, an ordinary county seat, hides the shadows of countless political families, who are like vines, stretching their power to every corner. The Zhang family is one of the most representative families, and their members are spread across government agencies, using their family network to firmly control the fate of the county. The rise of these political families reflects not only the current situation of grassroots politics in China, but also a new way of forming social classes.
However, the rise of political families has also brought with it its own set of problems. Ordinary people often find it difficult to enter the circle of political families because of their ordinary backgrounds, and their path to promotion is difficult and tortuous, and they are even completely excluded from the core of power. At the same time, the children of political families can easily rise through the ranks by virtue of their background and family power, enjoying privileges and preferential treatment. This kind of unfairness has exacerbated the contradictions and instability within society, and has also affected China's political ecology and social development.
In the political arena of Xinye County, the authority of the county party secretary overrides everything and has almost become the symbol and center of power. Whenever the secretary of the county party committee inspects, the leaders of the county government have to line up to greet them, as if they have seen the emperor. This worship of power highlights people's pursuit and worship of power, and also reflects the great influence of power on the fate of individuals under the political system.
However, Game of Thrones did not come without a price. Conflicts of interest and power between political families often lead to corruption and scumbag projects. The economic development of the county has been hindered, the difficulty of social governance has increased, and the people's sense of gain and happiness has been declining. And the drawbacks of this power game will eventually affect the development and stability of the entire country.
However, even in the face of challenges and difficulties, we cannot give up on the pursuit of justice and fairness. Dr. Feng Junqi's investigation report has revealed the shortcomings and problems of the grassroots political system at the county level, and also reminded us to be vigilant against the abuse and corruption of power. Only by reforming and perfecting the system and establishing a fair and just political environment can we achieve long-term peace and stability in society and the happiness and well-being of the people.
Let us work together to build a just and harmonious society!