Strategies Towards the Local Ruling Class[1]

(October 26, 1937)

Unite with the left-wing elements, win over the neutral elements, and isolate the despotic gentry and fascist elements.

[1] This is part of Mao Zedong's speech during a discussion on work issues in the garrison areas of the five counties of Suide, Mizhi, Qingjian, Jiaxian, and Wubao at a meeting of the Standing Committee of the Central Committee.