Chapter 39 Intermediate Power
When Wu Ming and his wife came to the United States on a plane, the propaganda of Chinese Americans had been carried out very effectively with the strong help of the Zhigong Party. Although many Chinese people had the desire to develop in Malaya, many of them were still watching and observing whether the political situation in Malaya can be stable, whether the Chinese political parties can take power, and whether the political system will learn from the West or move closer to communism.
After World War II, the shadow of war had not disappeared, and the terrifying atmosphere of the Cold War followed one after another. On the one hand, the United States confronted the Soviet Union internationally, and on the other hand, it eliminated the so-called "communist ideology" at home and cracked down on progressive forces.
In March 1945, the U.S. House of Representatives changed its notorious "Non-US Committee" to a permanent institution with 207 votes in favor and 186 votes. At the same time, due to the sharp rise in the US domestic inflation index, 34,700 strikes occurred in just one year, and more than 4.5 million workers took to the streets. The House of Representatives' non-US committee took the opportunity to accuse the union of being infiltrated by the Communist Party, and vigorously inciting the public to oppose communism and the Communist Party and persecut progressives.
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Afterwards, it was found that the documents used by the magazine "Mei Asia" were copies of the report from Yan'an privately preserved by Xie Weisi, not "top secret documents". Most of the views in these reports were from the insightful opinions obtained by Xie Weisi and others in Yan'an, China through conversations with Chinese Communist Party leaders such as Mao ZD and Zhou EL and members of the US military observation group in Yan'an. For example, in mid-February 1945, Xie Weisi proposed that the US government pursue a policy similar to that pursued by the Allies against Yugoslavia's Tito guerrillas - that is, based on the performance of all parties in the war against Germany, rather than based on their ideology to judge whether aid is provided. We hope that the US government will consider it from its own perspective when formulating its Chinese policies and do not support the Chiang Kai-shek government in fighting the civil war. After Xie Weisi was arrested, the Yan'an Liberation Daily published an editorial, viewing this incident as a "watershed between Sino-US relations."
Although the federal grand jury announced in August that the evidence was ineffective. Xie Weisi was acquitted, under the influence of the "Meia" case, the Truman government began to carry out the so-called "loyalty investigation" of the federal government, armed forces and defense ordering contractors from December 17, 1947. The scope of its investigation even expanded to absurdity. In Pasadena, a 3-year-old girl worked as an advertising model for a store. Her mother received a notice that the girl had to sign it.
Only after the affidavit of loyalty can you receive compensation. According to statistics, during the "Loyalty Survey", a total of more than 20 million Americans were under varying degrees of scrutiny. Under the influence of the "Loyalty Survey", American public opinion also turned right. If teachers who teach social sciences do not scold the Soviet Union and communism in class, they will be fired. The Cincinnati Red Baseball Team was forced to change its name, and even candidates who participated in the competition for Miss America must state their views on Karl Marx.
Faced with such a situation in the United States, before leaving, Wu Ming conducted detailed discussions and research with everyone, unified the caliber, and determined the proposition of focusing on Malaya's development and staying away from communist forces.
On July 20, 1948, at the White House, just before Wu Ming would start formal talks and consultations with the US government on behalf of the Malaya Provisional Government, US President Truman and Secretary of State Marshall held secret talks with Wu Ming.
"Looking at the world, the Malayan government is the youngest government, and the average age of the leader is no more than 30 years old, which is very surprising." Truman said with a smile: "Young is vigor and energetic. Our US government is still very optimistic about the future of Malaya."
"Youngness is an advantage and also has weaknesses." Wu Ming said sincerely: "We still lack practical experience in managing the country. The Malayan Federation is similar to the United States in terms of political system and national structure. Therefore, we also need to learn from the United States and are also ready to invite some management experts to come to Malaya to help us."
"We, the United States, are willing to help friendly countries." Marshall nodded. "National People's Liberation Army. Oh, it should be called the Malayan National Defense Force. It has strong combat effectiveness, so why ignore Kalimantan Island? Are you worried about Indonesia?"
"We will not give up on our territory. But Mr. Secretary of State, I believe you also know that since the beginning of the War of Independence, we have not obtained any foreign weapons." Wu Ming explained: "By relying on the legacy of the Japanese army and the capture of the British army's weapons, we won the victory with the will of steel. Now we have to continue military operations, not to mention that to regain the territory of Kalimantan, we have to fight across the sea. The lack of military ships also restricts our intention to carry out military operations."
"We understand this." Truman thought, "Because the United States and Britain are allies, it is not convenient for us to provide military assistance during the Malayan War of Independence. We can only provide some moral support, and please understand these."
"What about now?" Wu Ming asked with a smile: "The Malayan Federation has declared independence and has not joined the Commonwealth. Is this concern of your country no longer there?"
"This is in principle." Marshall nodded, "However, out of concerns about the future international situation, or the situation in China, we have to carefully consider military aid. After all, the Malayan Federation will also be a country dominated by Chinese."
"I understand your country's meaning." Wu Ming said lightly: "We also understand the situation in mainland China. From now on, China's GCD is very likely to defeat the Kuomintang and gain the right to rule over China. As the mother country, it is understandable that your country is concerned and worried about the future position of the Chinese in Malaya. So, here, I can make a promise on behalf of the Malayan government that Malaya will never follow the path of communism. As for possible exchanges and relations of the Chinese GCD government in the future, we are also closely observing. However, according to the theory of China's GCD, Chiang Kai-shek's government is a lackey of American imperialism, and we are probably no exception."
"Haha, Mr. Liu speaks very frankly and humorously." Truman smiled and said, "Although we don't want to admit it, Red China is slowly becoming a reality." As he said, Truman's face became serious. "In our expectation, once Red China is established, everything will return to 1840 like a nightmare before, China's door was closed to Westerners again, and another emperor with Qianlong-style authoritarian and arrogant appeared in China, and this time it was also wearing a red cloak of communism."
Wu Ming thought for a moment and said, "I have been to Yan'an. I believe that no one will say anything about Mao ZD's personal charm and leadership skills. However, I personally, and the Malayan government, have opposite opinions on the politics of the leader. This situation is very likely to happen as described by His Excellency the President. Although we feel sad, we are powerless to stop it. However, for the United States, a powerful country, can I explain my personal opinions and opinions?"
"Of course." Truman and Marshall looked at each other and agreed: "We have read some of Mr. Liu's insights in the articles commenting on the Soviet Union, and in the book "Never Forgiveness".
"Okay, let me talk about my personal opinion." Wu Ming took a sip of coffee and said slowly: "According to my observation, the Chinese GCD and the Soviet GCD are not exactly the same. Moreover, judging from Mao ZD's personality and Stalin's attitude, even if the Red China was established, it is unlikely to exist as a vassal state of the Soviet Union. At present, two major groups led by the United States and the Soviet Union are forming internationally, Mr. President and Secretary of State. I think it is a bit rough to divide the enemy and us by ideology. Or we can change our thinking. Before communism appears, is it peaceful in the world? Isn't it still fighting to the death. How many wars in the world are fought by capitalism and communism? The British bombs were thrown in Berlin rather than Moscow; the Soviet Red Army was not attacked by Pearl Harbor. The Hundred Years of War in Britain and France were not attacked for any ideology!"
"Mr. Liu means to bring the United States back to isolationism?" Marshall asked in confusion.
Chapter completed!