Chapter 291: Scandal Report

In the evening, Charles drove to a villa in Malibu to meet Megan Fox. The highly anticipated live-action Transformers was about to be released.

As the leading lady, Megan naturally received a lot of attention. Charles sat on the sofa, holding Megan Fox, "Hollywood is about to have another sex symbol!"

"I had a gathering with Blake Lively and others a few days ago. She was very happy about her role in the Gossip Girl series," Megan Fox said idly while cuddling in Charles' arms.

"It's just TV. After Transformers premieres worldwide this summer, you'll see how famous you become," Charles replied absent-mindedly.

...

In the night, in his study, Charles called his mother Evelyn Capet.

"I seem to have gotten a report from a New York Times journalist in 2004, investigating Harvey Weinstein's scandals. It never got published. It's pretty explosive, involving Matt Damon and Ben Affleck from your company, and other stars like Russell Crowe, George Clooney, all Harvey's cronies."

"That reporter's name is Sharon Waxman. I have the original report. I'll bring it home tonight for you to look at."

Evelyn only had one word in response to Charles' statement, "Good!"

...

"Well, the investigation is thorough. That fat guy is really fearless," said Evelyn while reading the report Charles sent her about Harvey Weinstein in their Bel Air villa.

"The entertainment reporter Sharon Waxman followed Harvey Weinstein to Cannes, Venice, and other film festivals to investigate. She interviewed victims in New York, Los Angeles, London, and Paris, spending several months on it," Charles chuckled.

"Harvey has money and power. Most of the cases were settled discreetly by his lawyers through non-disclosure agreements.

Harvey Weinstein even took his lawyer to the New York Times headquarters, intimidating the editors responsible for entertainment into not publishing the story.

That reporter Sharon Waxman even received threatening calls from your boys like Matt Damon!"

Evelyn looked at Charles, "You're not exactly friendly with Harvey Weinstein. What are you planning?"

Charles shook his head, "This is a crucial time for Capet Pictures to grow. Hollywood's reputation taking a hit would also affect us. Plus, Hollywood is inherently dirty, and I'm a beneficiary. Why would I make myself an outcast in this industry?"

Charles stood up and pointed to the report in Evelyn's hand, "Let's set aside that I don't have a credible media outlet at present, no TV station or major mainstream newspaper. Even if I did, I wouldn't want our name associated with this. This kind of dirt can have unexpected uses at key moments."

"What kind of use?" asked Evelyn.

"Hah, what use? It's a perfect cover for political scandals. When domestic political bigwigs or capital magnates need a distraction, they turn to celebrity scandals."

"Harvey Weinstein has always been a supporter of the Democratic Party," Charles said, looking at his mother. "Next year is an election year. It's almost certain that a Democrat will take office. Hillary has decided to run.

With Clinton's political resources, she's a front-runner among Democratic candidates.

Don't forget, the Clintons even attended a premiere for one of Harvey's films. That fat guy is just a pawn pushed forward by the Jewish power in the entertainment circle."

Evelyn was surprised, "Since when have you been so interested in politics?"

"Arianna Huffington isn't just the founder of the Huffington Post; she's now the chief consultant for Capet Entertainment Public Relations," Charles explained. "I want to have something like Orlando's Disney World in Florida."

Evelyn's eyes widened, "Charles, you know that's impossible. The Florida Disney World is a result of early agreements."

Florida Disney World is the largest theme park in the world, covering many hectares. Los Angeles Disneyland is how big? 64 hectares? Tokyo Disneyland is 46 hectares! Florida Disney World is bigger than all other Disney parks and Universal studios combined, nearly 2834 hectares.

Moreover, Florida Disney World has independent governing rights. It's called 'Disney's colony'!"

Disney claims not to be involved in politics, but no matter who's in office, Disney never clashes with the current government.

Why did Disney crack down hard on Miramax, managed by Harvey Weinstein? It's because Harvey Weinstein was discontent with the Bush administration.

"In recent years, I've supported many state legislators in New York and California and even donated to congressional representatives and senators," Charles was well aware of the deep ties between politics and business.

Even if American society wasn't as full of personal connections as elsewhere, Charles wasn't going to miss a chance to support politicians.

"Since a woman is running for president, why not a Black man too?" Charles said, handing some documents to Evelyn.

Evelyn read through them, eyes widening like saucers in surprise, "Are you sure he has a chance?"

The documents showed a Black man, Illinois Senator Barack Obama, who announced his run for president last month.

"A woman and a Black man," Charles laughed, "Plus, Arianna Huffington is already one of his campaign advisors."

"Can a Black man really become president of the United States?" Evelyn couldn't understand.

Charles smiled at his mother, "Does it really matter if he can become president?"

"Hillary is a woman, Barack is Black! As long as they make enough noise, their identities will attract countless Democratic supporters."

Evelyn looked at her son, thinking, is this really Charles Capet, who just graduated from high school?

No wonder he had been so low profile for over a month since the Oscars. Turns out he had been busy with Arianna Huffington in all this.

"So, what do you need your mom to do now?" Evelyn asked.

"Feminism!" Charles softly said one word.

"Feminism?"

"Mother, you now hold significant power in a Hollywood agency. As a woman in such a position, you can gather Hollywood's women better," Charles smiled.

"You could focus on developing a strong woman persona and heavily support feminist movements. Feminism and racial discrimination are issues our society can't avoid. They are far more threatening than religion or LGBTQ topics."

Charles looked at the Los Angeles nightscape outside, "And with a new economic crisis on the horizon in America. The presidential election and economic crisis mean there will definitely be an expansion of external wars. How can Hollywood, the propaganda machine, stay out of it?

With feminist support, targeting Harvey Weinstein, despite causing some turmoil and discomfort in Hollywood, would meet political needs."

By next year, there could be scandals about Hollywood and tobacco companies colluding, specifically targeting industries that fund the GOP.

At that point, dealing with Harvey Weinstein would get backing from both Republicans and feminists.

Not only would it clean up Hollywood a bit, but it would also give Hillary some pressure, and finally deliver some punishment to that guy.

Three birds with one stone, but who knows if things will go as planned?

Hollywood's capital interests were too complex, and the feminist movement wasn't nearly as powerful as it would become in ten years.

One step at a time!

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