Making concessions was just the first step for Kennedy; how to make reasonable concessions was an even greater art.
Because Kennedy himself had a group of supporters, if he rashly overturned his policy, Kennedy's base would collapse.
Just like the monetary policy, he couldn't directly say he was giving up. He had to first hint at it to stabilize his enemies, then slowly sort out internal relationships, and finally, after "long negotiations," he could give up.
However, Fang Yuan was willing to help him with his worries.
For example, the arms business.
"The Vietnam War has entered a quagmire, there's no need to continue fighting," Kennedy said, getting angry as he spoke. "But many people in the United States want to expand the war, they must have received benefits from the Military-industrial complex!"
'Of course, spending 250 billion in Military expenses over 20 years, those benefits are truly massive,' Fang Yuan thought to himself.
"Next time at the high-level meeting, I'll soften my stance a bit, which should buy us more time," Kennedy said.
He couldn't abandon two policies at once without reason, otherwise, the impact on his supporters would be too negative.
"I have a good idea," Fang Yuan said at this point.
"I'll secretly establish a Military-industrial enterprise, and you can use this as a bargaining chip.
Expanding the war scale is fine, but this company must be involved."
"That way, no one will suspect anything," Fang Yuan said with a look of consideration for Kennedy.
But Kennedy wasn't a fool; as soon as Fang Yuan spoke, he understood: "So you're also eyeing the Military budget!"
Fang Yuan shrugged: "If others can make this money, why can't I?"
The Vietnam War had, by this point, become a corrupt money-making scheme. Out of 250 billion in Military expenses, perhaps only a fraction was actually used for practical matters.
A coffee pot for thousands of dollars, a sheep for hundreds of thousands of dollars, a pack of screws for 90,000 dollars—these were all things the Military could do.
Moreover, once you joined this business, it was very stable.
From South Vietnam to the Middle East, wherever the war was fought, the Military-industrial complex made its fortune.
It didn't matter if the war was won or lost, as long as money was made.
What?
Investigate corruption?
Aren't you afraid of committing suicide with a dozen gunshots to the back?
Aren't you afraid of an entire plane of investigators being precisely targeted by "Terrorists"?
Furthermore, in the U.S. Military, these aren't even called corruption. Who would write such absurd accounts so clearly if it were corruption?
Listen up!
This is business, legitimate business!
So Fang Yuan naturally wanted a piece of the pie. He could gain benefits, expand his influence in the Military, and even have Kennedy as a shield. Not seizing such a good opportunity would be too un-Vought.
Of course, Fang Yuan wouldn't let Vought Corporation appear directly; a shell company would suffice.
And he had a pile of advanced weapons on hand, so shouldn't he find some suckers to pay for them?
"I won't let you work for nothing; the profit will be split 70-30!" Fang Yuan said magnanimously.
Kennedy frowned slightly: "70 percent for me?"
"What are you kidding?" Fang Yuan patted his chest. "70 percent is mine!
"Vought protects your family's personal safety and is responsible for supplying and selling goods. How tiring is that?" he said self-righteously.
Kennedy was speechless. He knew this was essentially protection money for his family.
He could, of course, refuse, but then Fang Yuan's words would flash in Kennedy's mind.
'Delete memory, find the next collaborator.'
Refusing would merely cause Fang Yuan a bit of trouble, but Kennedy himself would be completely trouble-free.
And with a 70-30 profit split, he would still gain a significant amount.
Seeing Kennedy agree, Fang Yuan nodded in satisfaction.
Three-tenths of the profit?
That's what he said, but how much profit there actually was would ultimately be up to him to decide.
Having helped Kennedy avert another life-or-death crisis, Fang Yuan wiped away non-existent sweat.
"I'm truly working hard," he silently praised himself.
The most critical suspicious reason remaining was the Civil Rights Movement.
The Gang also counted as one, but Fang Yuan felt that the Gang's involvement was unlikely.
Although Kennedy's relationship with the Gang was not very good, if the Gang were the main perpetrators, it would be impossible for the officials to cover it up.
If the Gang had such influence, why would they still be involved in the underworld?
How much money did the Gang even make?
The Civil Rights Movement was different. Kennedy opposed racial discrimination and advocated for the human rights of Black people. It seemed unrelated to money, but in fact, it was very much related.
After all, what capital exploited was people.
Kennedy's advocacy for the Civil Rights Movement was bound to affect many aspects, such as elections.
Many Southern states believed in White supremacy, and coincidentally, Kennedy's assassination also occurred in the South.
However, judging by the actions of Kennedy's successor, Beth, the Civil Rights Movement alone was not enough to eliminate a President.
After Beth took office, he almost abolished all of Kennedy's policies, ignored the Federal Reserve bill, and expanded the Vietnam War, but the support for civil rights was the only one retained.
In fact, in '64, Beth even introduced the "Civil Rights Act," legally abolishing racial discrimination.
So Fang Yuan proactively said, "But your idea of supporting the Civil Rights Movement can continue. It's about natural human rights, and Vought Corporation will also help you."
Kennedy immediately looked at Fang Yuan, waiting for him to say what benefits he wanted this time.
Unexpectedly, Fang Yuan's expression changed: "What kind of look is that?"
"I'm a humanitarian too, alright? I'm duty-bound to contribute to all humanity!" Fang Yuan declared with conviction.
To a large extent, the Civil Rights Movement would also benefit the Awakened, and it would also garner a lot of public support, so Vought Corporation definitely had to follow suit.
After all, regardless of whether Fang Yuan and the officials treated Black people as humans, the All Heavens Vought Company's system did; it was just to fill a quota.
Kennedy clearly didn't believe Fang Yuan's words.
He had already figured out what kind of person Fang Yuan was. Compared to the politicians he often dealt with, Fang Yuan was even more cunning.
He wondered how Vought Corporation, whose pillars were people of good character like Angel and Professor X, could have a controller with so much bad Water.
However, Fang Yuan was right. He had already abandoned two major policies in a row, so he had to stick to one, otherwise, Kennedy wouldn't even be able to get past his own supporters.
Supporting the Civil Rights Movement was also a very significant measure. Even if the Federal Reserve and the Military couldn't be moved, completing this one thing would be enough for him to make his mark in history.
Moreover, he had compromised twice in a row, and other official powers would also owe him this favor. A two-for-one deal meant no one lost out.
After all, normally, no one wanted to take things to extremes.
Assassination, after all, was an unconventional method. Once used, it would cause a huge uproar, and even the biggest powers would have some reservations.
"How do you plan to help me?" Kennedy asked.
Fang Yuan smiled slightly: "How about a Black Superhero?"
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