America 1919-Chapter 750 - : 257, the Speaker is not irreplaceable_3
Chapter 750: 257, the Speaker is not irreplaceable_3
They wanted Donnie to give up on the construction of Trident Shipyard because of concerns about this issue!
“Just now, Mr. Louis, you invited me to frequently visit Trenton, it seems now I should also invite Mr. Louis to frequently visit our Atlantic City. Once you’re there, you’ll know that Atlantic City is just right to handle a Surf Hotel. If we add more casinos, it will disrupt the balance in Atlantic City; that would be a waste of resources, so I cannot agree with your suggestion, Mr. Louis!”
Donnie bluntly denied Aman Louis’s suggestion, which caused the elderly Aman Louis’s face to look rather unpleasant, and his speech became somewhat stiff.
“Donnie, you should know that whether Atlantic City gets one more license is decided by the state government!”
Donnie replied with an easy smile, “Of course, I know that, but Mr. Louis, don’t forget that although the decision needs the state government, it also requires the consent of the Atlantic City Hall.”
This damned American governance structure, oh how it made Donnie absolutely love it at this moment!
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High degree of state autonomy!
The Governor and Speaker of each state are not appointed by the White House, but elected within the state. Coupled with the high degree of autonomy granted to each state by the United States Constitution, this leads to many Governors having the courage to act against the orders from the White House.
And from state to city within, the situation is more or less the same; the state government’s power over the city halls is somewhat greater than that of the White House over state governments, but it is not absolute control.
Take the current situation, for example: if the state government truly passes the decision to add one more gambling license to Atlantic City, when this decision falls on the shoulders of the Atlantic City Hall, the City Hall can decide not to accept this order, and even the state government can’t do anything about it!
Of course, this kind of situation is only nominal, and if the state government wants to target a city hall, there are still many ways it can!
So this sort of thing exists in name only and has never actually occurred.
But the fact that it has never occurred doesn’t mean it cannot happen.
With Donnie’s current influence in Atlantic City, any directive that does not have his endorsement cannot possibly be implemented there!
“Donnie, this is beneficial for the whole of Atlantic City, why would you want to oppose it? Are you not worried that the people of Atlantic City will become dissatisfied with you over this?”
Aman Louis spoke in a steady voice.
Donnie replied with an easy smile, “Mr. Louis, you needn’t worry about matters in Atlantic City. I understand my people well; they are very content with their current lives and do not wish to make any changes!”
Aman Louis nodded, but still said, “However, Donnie, you should also know that the state government has the authority to raise the tax standards for the gaming industry. Plus, I heard your Racing Club is going to open next year. That falls under the gaming industry too, right?”
Donnie’s demeanor chilled, but then he smiled again and said, “I think you should give it a try, Mr. Louis!”
Aman Louis looked at Donnie, helplessly backing down, “Actually, Donnie, you know what I mean. To be honest, I cannot understand. Shipbuilding, as part of heavy industry, requires large investments, slow returns, and involves many workers. With the workers’ unions stirring up more trouble now, why would you want to develop in this field?”
At this, Aman Louis paused for a moment before continuing, “If you need ships, I can get you the lowest price from JK!”
This was the biggest concession Aman Louis could offer. If possible, he didn’t want to denounce Donnie, understanding Donnie’s influence in New Jersey.
If both sides fell out, it meant having a powerful opponent, and in New Jersey, no one wished to become an adversary of Donnie!
Without responding to Aman Louis’s words, Donnie instead asked him, “I’ve heard that JK’s workers are currently organizing their own union, aiming to demand higher compensation from JK through the union’s strength. If JK can’t agree, they’ll organize a strike, right?”
Aman Louis, not understanding Donnie’s point, could only ask, “What are you trying to say?”
“If JK’s employees go on strike, without workers, how could JK possibly fulfill our orders?”
Donnie responded.
Aman Louis raised an eyebrow, knowing Donnie was rejecting his peace proposal.
“Arman won’t give up on this matter easily. JK is his lifeline; he will surely cause you a lot of trouble in the upcoming events!”
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After Aman Louis left, legislative ally Damai James came by Donnie’s side.
Before this, Damai James was Nucky’s most staunch ally in the New Jersey State Legislature. The application of Atlantic City to become Casino City was facilitated by Damai James in the State Legislature!
Now, with Nucky yielding his influence in Atlantic City, Donnie smoothly took over Nucky’s resources in the State Legislature, naturally including Damai James among them.
“Let’s see, if possible, I still hope problems do not arise within New Jersey!”
Holding his glass, Donnie stated firmly.
“If every person in New Jersey could think like you, Donnie, I believe the development of the state would be even better!” Damai James complimented.
Donnie laughed heartily, “Let’s hope for a good outcome!”
Damai James, with a glint in his eye, then asked, “What if we can’t persuade Aman Louis? The shipbuilding industry is already not doing too well, once your Trident Shipyard is successfully established, it would be a devastating blow to Aman Louis’s JK Shipyard!”
Donnie replied calmly, “The Speaker is not irreplaceable!”
