Mass mobilization

Ho Chi Minh

(Baonghean) - The issue of mass mobilization has been discussed extensively and thoroughly, but because many localities and officials have not fully understood it and have not implemented it correctly, it needs to be reiterated:

I – Our country is a democratic country

All benefits are for the people.

All power belongs to the people.

The work of innovation and construction is the responsibility of the people.

The cause of resistance and nation-building is the work of the people.

Governments from the commune level to the central government are elected by the people.

Organizations from the central level down to the commune level are organized by the people.

In short, power and authority reside with the people.

II – What is mass mobilization?

Mass mobilization means mobilizing all the strength of every single citizen, without leaving anyone out, to form a nationwide force to carry out the necessary tasks, the tasks assigned by the Government and the organizations.

People mobilization cannot be achieved solely through newspapers, books, rallies, slogans, leaflets, and directives.

First and foremost, we must find ways to explain to every single citizen that this is in their best interest and is their duty, and that they must enthusiastically strive to accomplish it.

The second point is that everything must be discussed with the people, their opinions and experiences must be sought, and plans must be made together with the people to ensure they are practical and suited to local circumstances. Then, the entire population must be mobilized and organized to implement them.

During implementation, it is necessary to monitor, assist, encourage, and motivate the people.

After implementation, the work must be reviewed together with the people, lessons learned, criticisms given, and rewards given.

III – Who is in charge of mass mobilization?

All government officials, all mass organization officials, and all members of people's organizations (Viet Lien, Viet Minh, etc.) must be responsible for mass mobilization. For example, in the emulation movement to ensure sufficient food and clothing.

- Local government officials and mass organization officials must carefully discuss and clearly divide responsibilities, then work together to explain things to the people, encourage them, help them plan, organize labor, arrange work, motivate, supervise, monitor, and assist them in resolving difficulties...

- Agricultural officials cooperate closely with local officials, staying close to the people, practically guiding them on how to cultivate crops, raise livestock, select seeds, compost, weed, etc.

Members of mass organizations should volunteer to compete in the work, setting an example for the people and helping them to do the work.

IV – How should mass mobilization be conducted?

Those in charge of mass mobilization need to think, observe, listen, walk, speak, and work. They shouldn't just talk or write orders. They must honestly get their hands dirty.

A major shortcoming in many places is the disregard for mass mobilization work. A committee or a few individuals are appointed, often incompetent cadres, and then left to their own devices. If the work succeeds, great; if not, it's simply ignored. Other cadres don't supervise or assist, considering themselves not responsible for mass mobilization. This is a very serious and harmful mistake.

The people's power is immense. Mobilizing the people is crucial. Poor people mobilization leads to poor results in everything. Skillful people mobilization leads to success in everything.