The meeting will continue as scheduled. However, three days is not enough; seven days is
required.
Mao Zedong
October 7




[1] This comment was written on a report Zhou Enlai submitted to Mao Zedong at 11:00 AM
on October 7, 1966. The report stated: "Yesterday, Comrade Lin Biao asked us to ask the
Chairman if he is still considering the pros and cons of holding a national working conference
now." "If the Chairman believes there is no need to change, proceed as notified. Please give
your instructions on the best course of action." This Central Committee working conference
was held in Beijing from October 9 to 28.