I'm playing whack-a-mole in Siberia

Chapter 467 George is the bottom line
There are no standard answers to many questions, especially when it comes to family matters.

Zooming into the national level, Amur and St. Petersburg are actually family relations. It is normal to have conflicts. As long as there are no issues of principle, we can only make do with it.

Amur law is not harmonious. If a family member cannot tolerate domestic violence and files for divorce, Amur law will firmly support it.

If you don't ask for divorce, it means you can still live your life.

"The law is the bottom line of morality and cannot be trampled upon, let alone modified at will."

Igor is not emotional and is cautious about practicing law.

In contrast, St. Petersburg's attitude toward the law is somewhat casual.

In the middle of last year, Nicholas promulgated the first "Fundamental Law" of the empire.

Since its promulgation, the State Duma has made two amendments to the "Fundamental Law". Nicholas could not bear it, so when the State Duma tried to abolish the death penalty, he dissolved the State Duma.

After the dissolution of the State Duma, 190 members of the Labor Party and the Socialist Party went to Viborg, Finland, held a meeting with the support of unknown funds, and issued a declaration calling on Russians to take action, not to pay taxes, and to become soldiers.

When Witte came to the Engineers Association, several workers from the Vernicula Machinery Factory were reporting problems to the Engineers Association.

"The minimum wage stipulated by Amur is 50 kopecks per day."

The staff kept smiling and tried not to intensify the conflict.

50 kopecks is indeed not enough to maintain a family's life. At most, it can only feed one person.

"Our daily salary is only 50 kopecks. What can we do in Vladivostok? A cup of coffee costs 50 kopecks!"

It was an ordinary machinery factory, and the boss's name was the same as the Tsar's.

According to the Basic Law, the actions of these MPs are properly punishable by death.

It is true that 50 kopecks can only buy a cup of coffee.

Most of these apprentices have just arrived in Amur and do not know enough about Amur's situation, otherwise they would not have such confusion.

50 kopecks is indeed a little less, but you can't expect capitalists to have a conscience. As long as they don't violate the law, then there will be no problem.

If your technical proficiency continues to improve, you can obtain the corresponding technical level certificate and get better remuneration. Amur has complete regulations in this regard.

However, it should be noted that strikes are limited to individual actions.

The public security in Amur is much better than that in St. Petersburg. Although you won't have to fight to pay taxes, being a soldier is really a struggle.

Werther was startled when he heard the name Nikolai.

"What's your salary?"

"The salary given to us apprentice workers in the machinery factory is too low, it is not enough for us to live -"

The Engineers Association not only manages people, but also manages technology. If a company infringes on one of the patents of Amur engineers, the Engineers Association will come forward to defend the rights of engineers whose interests have been harmed.

"That means you are not suitable for this job. Why don't you try other jobs?"

This encourages apprentices to study hard and become regular workers as soon as possible, and their income will increase significantly.

If you incite others to strike, you will be held accountable in Amur.

It has nothing to do with George.

But you are still just an apprentice. Don't pursue the living standards of an engineer first. After you become an engineer, it will be more suitable to meet the standards of an engineer.

Not only does Amur have the death penalty, but it is also the cruelest way to die. Family members who want to collect the body can only receive a handful of ashes.

"I want to be a soldier, but they don't."

As long as the apprentices have a skill, they will not become apprentices.

"If you want to make more money, become a formal worker as soon as possible——"

The patience of the staff surprised Werther. If it was St. Petersburg, the staff would probably have started scolding or fighting by now.

The registration staff was patient.

After asking Akim, I found out that this machinery factory had nothing to do with the Tsar.

"That means you don't meet Amur's recruitment requirements."

"But what about the period before we become formal workers? Do we have to receive a salary of 50 kopecks as long as we are unable to become formal workers?"

The Engineers' Association is in an official capacity, and the staff here are employees of the Amur Governor's Palace.

Akim explained casually.

The staff's smiles began to pattern.

Strikes are also within the powers of the Engineers Association. If you are unfairly treated, you can also seek help from the Engineers Association.

The full name of the Amur Trade Union is the Engineers Union.

Werther remained calm.

Witt's second stop was the trade union.

Now you know why the State Duma wants to abolish the death penalty.

The apprentice workers were filled with indignation.

The apprentice's demand is for more money now.

"Your recruitment requirements are clearly deliberately making things difficult——"

Apprentice workers have limited knowledge and probably have no education.

"Sir, Amul's recruitment request is not something you can question, nor is it directed at you. Please be careful with your words."

The staff were serious. If they were discussing matters just now, now they are on the verge of committing suicide.

"Excuse me sir, this man can't speak, he is just a reckless man -" another apprentice took the initiative to explain.

"If you really have difficulties in life, you can apply for assistance and receive assistance for up to 6 months. However, I hope you cherish this opportunity, because each person can only apply once within 5 years."

The staff once again surprised Witte. This is a benefit that even St. Petersburg does not have.

"This is set up by the Grand Duke for vulnerable groups, with the purpose of assisting families who have lost their income - this subsidy has to be repaid, and if it is repaid double, the accumulated time can be cleared."

Akeem's explanation made Werther nod repeatedly.

That's right, George is not a philanthropist.

After the Japanese surrender in Kwantung, more than half of the people died in just six months.

George was not only ruthless towards his enemies, but also towards strangers. People were hungry in St. Petersburg every day, and George did not donate a single piece of bread.

On the contrary, the foundation under the name of Grand Duchess Yuriev has become more and more influential in Russia.

"How can we call it bailout when we need to pay back money?"

What the reckless man probably meant was that since Grand Duke Yuriev had so much money, he should share it with everyone.

"You have feet, hands and good health. How can you be embarrassed to receive relief funds?"

The staff finally got angry.

"You, what's your attitude -"

The reckless man is not reckless at all.

"I've told you what you should do, and I've also told you the consequences of breaking the law. If you still mess around, I'll have to call the guards to handle it."

The staff is so righteous and trying to reason with unreasonable people is a complete waste of time.

"No, no need to call the guard, we're leaving now—"

Several apprentices fled.

Werther was very happy and went directly to the union president Ilya.

Ilya was one of the earliest engineers in Amur. In addition to being an engineer, he was also an inventor with more than ten personal patents.

"Most workers are uneducated. They want to do the least amount of work and get a higher salary. It's understandable. Who doesn't want that?"

Ilya can understand the shortcomings of human nature, and Amul specializes in dealing with all kinds of dissatisfaction.

"The law cannot protect everyone's interests, it can only protect the interests of the majority. If an individual's interests conflict with the interests of the majority, then it is an individual issue."

Ilya agrees that the truth is only in the hands of a few, but this is not the reason why a few rule the majority.

On the contrary, this should be the basis for the minority to safeguard the interests of the majority.

Understanding truth as a cannon explains Amur's current situation.

Because the power of Amur is concentrated in the hands of George, George must safeguard the interests of the majority of Amur people.

"It's a very simple truth, but not everyone understands it."

Witte was full of emotions. He should really bring all the deputies of the State Duma to Amur and let Ilya teach them.

Ilya is a member of the Amur Parliament.

"If they don't understand, we have an obligation to explain it to them; if they knowingly commit the crime, then leave it to the police."

Ilya has seen too many similar cases where compromise without a bottom line will only lead to the situation getting worse.

“So don’t business owners have a responsibility?”

Witte did not believe that the greedy capitalists in St. Petersburg would abide by the law after arriving in Amur.

"Of course, the consequences of breaking the law in Amur are very serious, and the high cost of breaking the law is enough to deter all business owners."

Elijah is essentially working part-time, working for George.

In Amur, when it comes to paying taxes, many people gnash their teeth and curse.

But you should still pay taxes when you should pay them, and declare them when you should take the initiative to declare them, because once you are discovered, in addition to paying back taxes, you will also have to pay excruciating punitive fines.

During the war that ended at the beginning of the year, some Cossacks hid the spoils of war and did not take the initiative to hand them over.

In addition to recovering the spoils of war, the punishment for these Cossacks must also bear corresponding legal responsibilities——

Interestingly, after the severe punishment, the share of the spoils that should be given to them was not even a kopeck.

Several of these typical cases have been reported to the entire army and have become known throughout Amur.

Those who hid the loot were not only despised by everyone, but also became the laughing stock of all Cossacks.

Because what they harm is the interests of all Cossacks.

"Is there any collusion between government and businessmen?"

Witte has been Chancellor of the Exchequer for so many years and knows all about the twists and turns.

St. Petersburg actually has regulations in this regard, but they have never been strictly enforced.

"Maybe, but you'd better be smart and don't get discovered by others. In Amur, no matter what the crime is, you will get half the reward if you report it."

Ilya's explanation finally impressed Werther.

No matter how perfect the law is, it is inevitable that there will be loopholes.

Amur's last guarantee was an order from the Yuriev Palace.

Whether it's an amnesty or a special case.

(End of this chapter)