Chapter 297: Dimensionality Reduction Strike
Since the end of World War II, the United States has been able to maintain its superpower status for no more than two reasons.
One is to use its dollar as the currency unit of global trade settlement, constantly wielding scissors, and harvesting the wealth of the world.
The other point is to use its powerful media propaganda tools to export its universal values in various parts of the world.
In comparison, any super-strong military strength and advanced science and technology are just important supplementary means.
The poles of American society have always been New York and Los Angeles, and Texas, Miami and even Silicon Valley have not been able to replace them.
As a large media giant on a par with Disney, News Corp., and Kongscart, Viacom naturally has a deep influence on American society.
At this time, inside an office building in Los Angeles.
Legendary journalist Woodward sits in the public relations department, coordinating and directing the staff who come and go.
"Switch to NBC's studio!" he shouted as he looked at his watch.
In an instant, on the big screen in the office, the recording of the most watched news talk program in the United States appeared.
"Mr. Doyle, as a descendant of the famous artist Conan, Mr. Doyle can be said to have been born into a literary family. ”
"So, as a writer yourself, what do you think of the recent popularity of 'online literature'?" the hostess held the press release in her hand and smiled kindly.
"Huh. The writer smiled slightly, showing his good tutoring, "The Internet is just a tool for information transmission, just like the sheepskin of the Middle Ages and the paper of today, there is no good or bad difference." ”
After uttering this seemingly fair sentence, his words took a turn for the worse.
"However, there are quite serious problems in the current 'Internet literature'. ”
"Take, for example, "The Harem: Pauline's House", which has been very popular recently, and was even published by Langdon in Italy. ”
"That period of time is recorded in detail in the history books. ”
"But after you finish reading that book, you will find that the 'Queen of the Hundred Days', who was hanged for fornication, has actually become a woman who loves her partner deeply!"
"The same writer's "Extreme Heavenly Demon" is even more exaggerated. ”
"I just shouted hard in front of me, and I immediately forgot what I said. ”
"Also, what is 'Deep Blue Plus Dot', is it to let readers experience video games?"
"So you mean, this form of literature is not advocated?" asked the hostess.
"Of course!" Mr. Doyle replied affirmatively: "Adaptation is not nonsense, and drama is not nonsense!"
"This kind of work, which only wants to make readers feel happy in order to attract attention, regardless of historical truth, is simply a literary drug. ”
"If this situation continues, "Jane Eyre", "Orphan of the Fog", and even "Sherlock Holmes", will not appear again!" he said bitterly.
Wood looked at the screen, the corners of his mouth curled slightly.
A member of the Writers Guild of America, reluctant to come forward?
It doesn't matter!
Although this writer has not written any decent works on TV, he is also very appealing based on the reputation of his ancestors!
"Who's next?" Wood asked.
"A senator who has retired from politics!" replied the aide, "and he was a supporter and an important promoter of the Comics Restriction Act." ”
"A true believer in 'McCarthy'ism. ”
A blue-blooded, ultra-conservative?
Wood's brow furrowed slightly.
After a moment, he shook his head indifferently.
"It's all for profit, it's not a big deal. ”
"So, your view is that online literature should be banned altogether?"
"Yes!" an elderly white man with thinning hair replied categorically: "The rise of DC and Marvel has made many Americans obsessed with superheroes." ”
"They, along with rock music and anti-war rally, created hippies and made America's downfall generation. ”
"Nowadays, online literature, hip-hop music, and video games have this trend again. ”
"I think all of this should be banned, so as not to repeat the mistakes of the 50s and 60s!"
So, do you think the form of entertainment should be to sing the American national anthem collectively?
Wood watched the TV and sneered.
However, he soon turned his attention to the next video to be played.
That's where the plan really begins.
Instead, this old guy who is destined to be eliminated by history!
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New England Region, Maine.
A middle-aged Democratic congressman looked at the planning copy and slightly curled the corners of his mouth.
If there is a kind of ultra-conservative to contrast, then the proposal put forward by yourself will not touch the voter base of the Democratic Party.
"Mr. Councillor, you can get started. The NBC cameraman reminded in a whisper.
The councillor read the statement again and nodded.
"Action!" someone shouted.
The Democratic congressman's face immediately showed the most people-friendly smile.
"That former congressman, Mr. Legislature, seems to have forgotten the First Amendment!"
"Freedom of speech for all, this is a sacred and inviolable right granted to every citizen by the Constitution!"
"So does Mr. House of Representatives think that online literature should not be restricted?" the reporter asked.
"Of course not!" the councillor shook his head and replied with a smile: "After all, literature is different from other works, and has a profound influence on the formation of many people's values. ”
"So I think there should be regulation of online literature. ”
"With this emerging literary model, it provides a positive effect on the growth of young people. ”
"But," the reporter's tone was very puzzled, "who should supervise it? No matter what level of government, there is no such institution." ”
"And online literature is too new!"
"yes!" the councillor nodded in agreement.
Soon, though, he smiled and showed a document.
"I've thought a lot about that. ”
"In any case, online literature is also a type of literature. ”
Then, it must have something in common with physical literature. ”
"So, as the six major publishing houses, Simon Schuster, Disney Press, etc., have to take their responsibilities!"
"Although, I know it's a thing that doesn't make much profit. He shrugged helplessly, "But large enterprises must have a sense of social responsibility." ”
"The six major publishing houses can't just think about making money from the publishing industry, right?"
"This proposal, I will make it in the near future. The parliamentarian said with a sad face: "Although it infringes on the interests of large enterprises, it is also my responsibility as a parliamentarian!"
"Perfect!" snapped his fingers.
"That's done, right?" asked the councillor with a smile.
"Yes, Mr. Councillor. The planner responded respectfully, "When it is officially broadcast, Prince Charles will be connected to the scene." ”
"On behalf of the British royal family, he will question online literature and applaud your proposal. ”
"When the time comes," the planner smiled slightly.
"Maybe I'll be able to fight for a seat in the Senate!" the congressman added to himself.