Chapter Eighty-Seven: Captain America's Deep Routine (Second Update, 8,900 Words Asking for Votes and Subscriptions!)
While Leejay and Wade were discussing issues such as the copyright of the Deadpool comics, and were still thinking about how to send Deadpool into the Avengers. On the other side of New York City www.biquge.info it's already crowded, and reporters from all over the world are on the lookout.
This is the New York City State Legislature. Originally, on the global stage, the name of this court was not very remarkable, nor was it very interesting. After all, this is not the International Tribunal in The Hague, nor is it the central supreme court of some superpowers.
But today, the New York City State Court overshadows all the well-known courts. Because the lawsuit against Captain Rogers is in court!
This trial case, which has just been filed and attracted global attention, is very simple, just a well-known person told a certain organization, and the reason for the accusation is the infringement caused by the illegal use of his portrait rights.
Generally speaking, news such as this is generally the focus of some entertainment newspapers and media. Suppose the person being infringed is famous, such as a Hollywood superstar or an NBA player. Maybe the current political news will mention it at the end of their news.
But there has never been a case of this kind that has received the attention of thousands of media around the world. From North America to South America, from Europe to Asia. Even South Africa has sent a press corps to the United States just to get first-hand news on the news.
Because the person who was infringed this time is Captain America, and the infringer is the U.S. military. The protagonist of this scene is eye-catching enough from the start.
In the eyes of most people, Captain America and the U.S. military are two sides of the same coin. The captain is the face of the military. It is also the idol of countless American soldiers, and it can be said that many young people who enlist in the army have chosen to join the army because they have been influenced by the story of Captain America since childhood.
And this time the captain openly fell out with the military, how to surprise the global media!
Almost all of the world's most famous media gathered in New York this time, and this trial can be said to be the most important trial event in the world since the beginning of the 21st century.
The number of seats in the courthouse is limited, with the exception of S.H.I.E.L.D. personnel who accompany the captain to the trial, as well as representatives sent by the military. The space that can be accommodated is already very limited.
Almost all of the media that can enter the scene are the top in the world. More media can only wait outside the walls for more news to come out inside.
Thousands of reporters have gathered around the entire New York State Legislature, and even New York police and S.H.I.E.L.D. agents need to join forces to control the chaos.
Steve Rogers arrived in a navy blue suit and looked exceptionally handsome. And with him is the lawyer who is in charge of helping him with the case this time, Daredevil Matt.
"Captain Rogers, why are you suing the U.S. military? Is it purely because of the infringement issue, or is there something else?"
"Captain, are you going to throw your spirit away for the sake of dollars?"
"Regarding this lawsuit, captain, how sure are you that you can win?"
The reporters saw Captain Rogers' arrival like vultures smelling carrion. Because before that, Captain Rogers did not give any say about this case. This has also led to a lot of speculation from the outside world.
And Captain Rodgers also made his own public statement on the matter for the first time. Standing on the steps and looking at the reporters below who were boistering and anxious to ask questions, he said in a slow but steady tone: "Everyone has the right to appeal to themselves. It doesn't matter if the person is a superhero or an ordinary person. ”
"The country itself should be a country governed by the rule of law, and relying on the law to operate is the most basic guarantee for this country. I know that there is a lot of rumors and speculation about the truth of the incident that I brought to the military, and there is also a lot of speculation about myself. ”
Regarding what Captain Rogers said, the US military, especially the Political Propaganda Department, has made great efforts. They overtly or covertly wanted to kidnap Captain Rogers by way of public opinion, expecting him to abandon the lawsuit.
All kinds of black spots and ways of public opinion and moral kidnapping emerge one after another. For example, as a spiritual symbol of the United States, Captain Rogers should be generous, and should not betray the national government for personal gain.
This kind of argument that puts Rogers on the moral high ground and expects him to put the national interest first and give up his private interests is a good thing that the Political Propaganda Department has done.
On this point, Captain Rogers spoke for the first time in front of the global media: "This country is not a country of a few people, and the U.S. government should not be the plaything of some people in power." ”
"Laws should be made by the rule that every citizen of the country should follow. No matter how expensive or cheap it is!, we can't let the law lose its due effect because of the imposition of interference by certain organizations!" Captain Rogers was not at all stage frightened in his speech to the global media.
He seems to have been born to do this. An excellent orator.
"There are a lot of doubts about me. I just want to say, when the rights of every citizen are violated, why should the status be used to determine whether he or she is suitable?"
"I have been frozen for seventy years, and I have been out of this world for seventy years. I have worked to protect this world in the hope that it will become a more peaceful and beautiful place. And back in the day, sometimes I thought, maybe it would have been better for me to die in 1945!" Rogers waved his arm, what did he mean by that?
That's what all the reporters in the room thought.
"Those big stars want their own private lives. But they have been repeatedly exposed by the paparazzi, and even the safety of their families has been threatened! I'm thinking about these things, right? Countless people are preaching on the Internet, as celebrities, as public figures, these people have no privacy as a matter of course. Their lives should be exposed to the spotlight. For everyone to see. ”
"Doesn't the law give every citizen the right to privacy that he deserves? Why don't these people dare to resist? Sue those infringers? Just because they have been kidnapped by public opinion? Those people can spy on the privacy of celebrities today as a selling point, and tomorrow they can spy on the privacy of ordinary people!" Rogers' speech was extremely inflammatory. And what he said has actually begun to appear in the modern network society.
"I've heard about prostitutes and pole dancers being raped on the road. The police refused to accept these cases because they were prostitutes, so it was difficult to determine the authenticity of these cases, so they were all put on hold. I would say, is the rape of a prostitute less harmful than the rape of an ordinary woman?" Rogers asked to all the reporters.
"This rapist can rape a prostitute today without being punished by the law! Once he tastes the sweetness, he will be able to rape your mother and sister tomorrow!"
"When anyone is identified by their own identity, by public opinion. When I am bound by all kinds of social shackles, unable to speak freely, unable to even exercise my civil rights, and even being subjected to some invisible but real discrimination and kidnapping! I wonder if all this is really what I want!" Rogers stood on the steps and preached loudly, saying things that many people were afraid to speak.
"Laws are enacted so that citizens have the weapons to protect their rights and interests. Everyone needs to abide by all this, whether it is an ordinary citizen or the law-maker! When your rights and interests are violated, you should stand up, and you should not simply be kidnapped by public opinion and morality. And what I'm doing now, like everything I've done before, I'm just doing something that others want to do but don't dare to do!"
Rogers is really not wrong in saying this. How many people have finally chosen to give up their rights because of the kidnapping of morality and the kidnapping of public opinion. Let the perpetrators go unpunished, but the victims can only swallow their anger.
"And I hereby announce my lawsuit with the U.S. military. It's just a struggle to defend the rights of a citizen, a struggle for a new era, and it shouldn't be bound by my identity. If anyone else looks up to me as an example, then I can tell you now. Now I'm going to teach you how to defend your rights!"
"And this case, if it wins. I will donate all the military reparations and not a penny will go into my pocket. All the money will be used for Medicaid and food assistance for poor families, as well as scholarships for outstanding students. Rogers said one last thing at the courthouse.
"From the beginning to the end, I just wanted this country, the world to be a better place. ”
When he turned to walk into the courthouse, the faces of the military representatives who were listening to his speech in the distance turned green. Originally, the political propaganda department's public opinion and moral kidnapping of Rogers should be useful.
Many celebrities will choose to compromise under the pressure of public opinion. But Captain Rodgers' willpower is noticeably high, and he doesn't care what is said on the Internet at all. Especially after the short film "All for One, One for All" was screened around the world.
Many people realize that superheroes are also mortals, and a large part of the original condemnation of Captain Rogers has begun to change direction.
Today, many television stations have set up live broadcasts outside the courthouse. Captain Rogers' speech was instantly heard around the globe.
His speech and his final statement that he was not for money, but for the exercise of the rights of citizens, instantly ignited the fire in the hearts of many people. Captain Rogers instantly defused all previous attacks on him with a single speech, and once again put himself on the moral high ground.
What's wrong with a citizen exercising his rights?! And he's challenging the country's most authoritative institution! At this moment, almost all the Americans who watched the live broadcast sided with Captain Rogers.
Challenging authority and practicing the law can be recognized by the people at all times. Especially when Captain Rodgers, who is a national icon, said such things.
Captain Rogers' social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, Weibo, etc. was instantly blown up by a large group of his fans. It's all messages in support of him.
And compared to Captain Rogers, the representatives of the U.S. military had green faces when they heard these speeches. All the previous propaganda of the Political Propaganda Department seemed particularly pale at this moment.
Ironically, Rogers' oratorical talent was specially cultivated by the military in order to get him on a national tour. This time, it was used by Rogers to attack the military.
For the military, the image of Captain America is extremely crucial. You know, this image publicity brings them billions of dollars in revenue every year. This income does not need to be approved by the Congressional budget and is discretionary income.
The supervision of the US congressmen, who knows where the money ends up with the military. Many of the military's plans that are not publicly available and that cannot be passed by Congress require this money.
And in addition to money, there is also a very important image of Captain Rodgers. The current war requires more and more soldiers of higher quality. And high-quality soldiers have always been hard to find.
The promotional image of the captain has always been a card in the hands of the U.S. military, and many fans of the captain will choose to enlist for this reason.
But now it's the most important recruiting season of the year, in order to maintain the world's military bases and global supremacy. The number of soldiers needed by the military is always insufficient. As a result, many unqualified soldiers, such as those with criminal records, were also mixed into the army.
Now because of the problem of the American team case, it is now more difficult to recruit soldiers. Many are hesitant about the military. "Even the captain's money is black, and if I die in battle, I'm afraid that this army may also blacken my pension. "There are quite a few people who have expressed this opinion. This puts the US military in a very awkward position.
Compared to the military, the government representatives, who are jointly and severally accused, seem to be at ease.
"I think I know what the captain wants to do. The White House representative said.
"What did you guess?" asked the congressional representative.
'We may have underestimated Captain Rodgers. He was not only an excellent war commander, but also an excellent statesman. He can always use roundabout means to achieve his goals. The representative of the White House smiled.
"For example?"
"For example, in this case, it looks like he is suing the U.S. military, and us for infringement. The White House representative pointed to himself.
"But it's a roundabout strategy. I know S.H.I.E.L.D. has had a hard time lately. Because Congress has cut more than half of their budget, I heard that the new director is even considering reducing the welfare benefits of the agents. ”
In fact, it is not being considered, but it has already been implemented.
"In addition to the lack of funds as an excuse for Congress to cut the budget of S.H.I.E.L.D., the most important thing is the protest of the generals in the Pentagon. The representative of the White House said this, and the representative of Congress nodded.
"Actually, the generals in the Pentagon have long been tired of S.H.I.E.L.D. With a very high budget, but the number of personnel is so minimal. Unequal distribution is their biggest contradiction. ”
Now the representative of the Congress instantly understood what the other party was talking about: "So you mean that the captain forced the military to let go in this way?"
He had just repeatedly mentioned the kidnapping of public opinion and morality, and it seemed like he was talking about himself. In fact, is it reminding the military? Compared with individuals, the Congress, the president, and even the military are the ones who can really not withstand the pressure of public opinion! The reversal of public opinion is enough for Congress to reshuffle its cards!" The congressional deputies were instantly frightened into a cold sweat.
"You're saying the captain is actually using this method to force Congress to pass the S.H.I.E.L.D. budget?"
The representative of the White House shrugged his shoulders: "Believe it or not, as long as the military does not let go for a day, Congress does not approve the budget plan for Aegis for a day." This one case will not be closed. Captain Rodgers' influence, as long as he is ruthless, is enough to turn the public opinion of the country. The military and the government spent seven decades shaping his image, and now it has become the most advantageous weapon in his hands. ”
"But, but he's Captain America! How could he go against the U.S. government?" the congressional delegates were still a little shocked.
The White House representative looked at the Libra sculpture on the roof of the New York State Capitol and said, "He's Captain America, but he's not Captain America!" Captain Rogers has a noble purpose, but he is not a stooge of the government. He has always worked for the country, not for a certain political party! When there is a difference of opinion, in fact, the big people can't control him at all. ”
"Isn't he afraid that he will make too much trouble and that in the end he won't be able to end the whole thing?" the congressional delegates still had some difficulty digesting these thoughts.
"Why should he worry about how it will end? It has nothing to do with him. It is the military and the government that need to clean up this mess. The White House representative shook his head.
"It occurred to me that maybe Captain Rogers would one day be the president of the United States. Courage, determination, and ideas. And it's never a simple compromise on something that's not right. ”
"Looks like you're a fan of Captain Rodgers. The representative of Congress smiled.
"Perhaps, this case will be interesting. At least now the power of the military is a little too great. Billions of dollars are missing every year. It's time to take care of it. The White House representative said and smiled.
And the congressional representatives did not express any rebuttal. Perhaps the government and the military are not monolithic, as outsiders have speculated.