Chapter 47: Public Opinion Polls
Lu Shi returned to George Bernard Shaw's office.
George Bernard Shaw laughed: "Actually, I just felt that you are unlikely to be able to do this. Coping with women...... Alas, it was so hard. β
Sit down when you land,
He doesn't treat himself as an outsider at all, he pours tea with a cup in his hand,
"As the saying goes, 'Shoot a man before a horse, catch a thief before capture the king.'" , I have already thought about it just now, I have to take down the vanguard of the propaganda of "Q&A" first, and the others will naturally scatter. β
There is a feeling that there is a mastermind behind this.
George Bernard Shaw complained: "Why do I look at you more and more like a villain...... Moreover, isn't "Questions and Answers" your poem? People help you make a name for yourself, and you have to deal with others. β
It's really famous,
But thinking about the fans who blocked the door outside, I still don't appreciate it.
Lu Shi smiled,
"Who's to say it's dealt with? I just think the students are energetic and ready to give them a little bit of work. β
Suddenly, George Bernard Shaw sat up straight and stared at Lu Shi,
"Professor Lu, do you want to teach in our school for a long time?"
If Lu Shi is willing to agree, it will definitely be a blessing for London politics and economics.
It can even be said to be a blessing for the British Empire.
Lu Shi waved his hand and said: "Up to now, London has not issued an undergraduate degree in politics and economics, and most of the students are studying general courses in economics, and there are not many social subjects, so I can't bring them even if I want to." β
George Bernard Shaw couldn't help but sigh,
"It's only been five years since the school was founded, and I can't help it."
There is a serious shortage of teachers in London politics and economics, and George Bernard Shaw, the school supervisor, is also a clever woman who has no rice to cook.
Lu Shi turned the topic back: "At that time, I agreed to the guest and made two requests, does Mr. Supervisor remember?" β
George Bernard Shaw nodded,
Requirements for land time:
1. Simply lecturing and not doing anything else;
Second, students need help to do some work.
George Bernard Shaw asked, "So there's a job to give to the students?" In a way, this is a long-term teaching. β
According to the rules of the tutor system, taking students can indeed be regarded as long-term teaching.
Lu Shi smiled and changed the topic: "Is there a student in our school whose surname is Solomon?" β
Solomon......
George Bernard Shaw pondered, suddenly remembered who it was, and introduced, "Tim Solomon." He also has a very good friend, Nigati Nikolich. β
Lu Shi was a little surprised,
"It's worthy of Mr. Superintendent, who is so familiar with the students."
George Bernard Shaw's old face flushed,
He still remembers that the reason why he sent a telegram to the Earl of Kimberley that day to recommend Lu Shi was because he was scolded by two students.
Later, he specifically looked up the names of two students, none other than Tim Solomon and Nigati NikoliΔ.
Of course, George Bernard Shaw will definitely not admit this kind of "grudge".
He smiled and explained, "Remember the first time you gave a guest lecture, a student asked you nineteen questions? β
Lu Shi was stunned,
"Is that Solomon?"
George Bernard Shaw shook his head,
"It's not. The student was Nikolic, a Spaniard. At that time, I saw the seriousness with which he asked questions, and thought that he was a malleable talent, so I inquired about him carefully, and learned about Solomon. β
This reason is reasonable.
But Lu Shi always felt that something was wrong.
The two looked at each other,
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There was an eerie silence.
George Bernard Shaw staggered his gaze in embarrassment, and asked as if what had just happened, "What are you going to do for them?" β
Lu Shi hesitated slightly,
After a long time, he said: "I've been in contact with Editor-in-Chief Scott and Editor-in-Chief Cooper for a long time, and I want to be in the media...... Hmmm......"
I don't know what to say in the rest of the words.
George Bernard Shaw was mistaken, nodded and said, "Preparing to run a newspaper?" Well, it's a good choice. You are very good at writing novels and poems, and you are the founder of modern historiography, and you have no problem writing editorials, and you can indeed be the editor-in-chief. Start with the minority......
Lu Shi interrupted: "No, I'm going to do a poll." β
It is not difficult to understand what a poll is, literally,
But what does this have to do with the media?
So George Bernard Shaw asked, "What do you mean by 'poll'?" β
Lu Shi explained: "Public opinion polls are based on an issue, and some citizens are asked relevant questions, so as to 'accurately' reflect the trend of public opinion. β
"This ......"
George Bernard Shaw still didn't quite understand.
In his eyes, an investigation is an investigation, which is objective, statistical, and summative.
And the media is full of lies,
How can an investigation be linked to the media?
Lu Shi saw George Bernard Shaw's expression and knew that the other party was still confused, pondered for a moment, and said, "Mr. Inspector, what do you think is the hot spot in Britain at the moment?" β
George Bernard Shaw said, "Your Answer." β
"Poof!"
Lu Shi sprayed on the spot.
He wiped his face and said, "No, no, no, I mean current political hotspots, not gossip hotspots." β
George Bernard Shaw said: "It is nothing more than what is mentioned in the newspapers every day, women's suffrage, the protection of tariff policy, the expansion of the army and conscription, the Anglo-Boer war...... By the way, there has been a lot of talk about the United States lately. β
Lu Shi said "um",
"Then we'll say the conscription system is ready."
According to history, it was not until the end of 1915 that the British government adopted compulsory military service because of World War I.
But this discussion has been going on for decades,
After all, Britain has been at war.
"Public opinion polls can get citizens to both support and oppose military service," Lu said. β
George Bernard Shaw was stunned,
"You...... What did you say? β
The corners of Lu Shi's mouth hooked and said, "I'll ask, you will answer." Are you worried about the increase in unemployed youth? β
George Bernard Shaw nodded,
"Yes. But ......"
"Are you worried about the rise in juvenile delinquency?"
"Yes. But the problem is ......"
"Do you think young people like to take on challenges?"
"Yes."
"Do you think young people should put an end to free wandering?"
"Yes."
"Do you support conscription?"
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"Yes or no?"
"Yes."
Lu Shi spread his hands and said, "Of course, you said so many 'yes' before, it is impossible to say 'no' to the last question." Otherwise, it's a slap in the face. Especially when the questioner is a beautiful woman, you are even less likely to want to slap yourself in the face. β
George Bernard Shaw hasn't reacted yet,
I was obviously against the expansion of the army, but why did I take the initiative to join the enemy after some questions?
Outrageous!
George Bernard Shaw asked, "What about the opposition to conscription?" β
Lu Shi said: "You can use the same method." It's still the old rule, I'll ask, you answer. First of all, are you worried about war? β
"Yes."
"Do you think it's dangerous for young people to learn to kill people with guns?"
"Yes."
"Don't you agree with forcing people to take up arms?"
"Yes."
"Are you against military service?"
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George Bernard Shaw was shocked,
Utterly and utterly shocked,
He said incoherently, "How...... How could it be...... I didn't...... I'm just ......"
I can't speak.
Lu Shi smiled and patted George Bernard Shaw's shoulder,
"It's okay, Mr. Superintendent, it's not your fault."
Looking at the smile on Lu Shi's face, George Bernard Shaw finally understood why Lu Shi classified the poll as a media tool.
With the right use, this thing can make absolutely any data you want.
George Bernard Shaw couldn't help but think of a joke:
In the middle of the night,
The thunder doesn't stop.
Little Jack asked weakly, "Dad, why does it keep thundering outside?" β
The father replied, "Someone is lying." β
Little Jack asked, "But it's the middle of the night, how can so many people lie?" β
The father said: "Silly boy, it's the newspaper that prints toilet paper overnight~"
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George Bernard Shaw felt that Lu Shi's polls had a similar effect.