Unit 17.2 Learning from History to Create a Bright Future 以史为鉴，开创未来

1. 青年学子如何将人民至上的理念融入日常实践，并为民族复兴贡献力量？
2. 回顾历史成就，群众路线在应对当代社会挑战时发挥着怎样的核心作用？
3. 新时代背景下，我们应如何平衡个人理想与人民对美好生活的集体追求？
4. 汲取历史经验，我们应如何构建包容可持续的发展模式以造福全体人民？
5. 党的人民至上宗旨将如何塑造中国参与全球治理与开创未来的愿景？

1. How can young students integrate the people-centered philosophy into daily practice and contribute to national rejuvenation?
2. Reviewing historical achievements, what core role does the mass line play in addressing contemporary social challenges?
3. In the new era, how should we balance individual aspirations with the collective pursuit of a better life?
4. Drawing on historical experience, how should we build an inclusive and sustainable development model to benefit all people?
5. How will the Party's people-first commitment shape China's vision for global governance and future development?

1 00:00:00,100 --> 00:00:03,560 People-Centered Shaping a Brighter Future: 2 00:00:03,560 --> 00:00:05,930 Dear students Dear students Good morning! 3 00:00:05,930 --> 00:00:09,960 Today we gather to reflect on a profoundly significant theme: 4 00:00:09,960 --> 00:00:13,630 "Putting People First and Creating a Better Future" 5 00:00:13,630 --> 00:00:18,260 You, the youth of this new era stand at a historic crossroads 6 00:00:18,260 --> 00:00:20,960 entrusted with the noble mission of realizing the great 7 00:00:20,960 --> 00:00:26,760 rejuvenation of the Chinese nation Let us jointly explore how the Communist Party of China 8 00:00:26,760 --> 00:00:29,830 has consistently upheld the people-centered development 9 00:00:29,830 --> 00:00:32,630 philosophy—and how this guiding principle shapes 10 00:00:32,630 --> 00:00:37,430 both individual lives and the broader society 11 00:00:37,430 --> 00:00:41,300 From its very founding the CPC has placed the interests of 12 00:00:41,300 --> 00:00:45,500 the people at the forefront taking as its goal the aspiration 13 00:00:45,500 --> 00:00:49,430 of the people for a better life “The country is the people; 14 00:00:49,430 --> 00:00:51,360 the people are the country” 15 00:00:51,360 --> 00:00:55,360 —a profound statement that reveals the Party's roots 16 00:00:55,360 --> 00:00:59,860 bloodline and strength lie entirely in the people 17 00:00:59,860 --> 00:01:03,360 The Party represents the fundamental interests 18 00:01:03,360 --> 00:01:09,730 of the overwhelming majority with no private agenda of its own 19 00:01:09,730 --> 00:01:13,100 This is not merely a political declaration 20 00:01:13,100 --> 00:01:16,700 Rather, it is a living breathing compass for action 21 00:01:16,700 --> 00:01:19,100 In the past the Party achieved countless glories 22 00:01:19,100 --> 00:01:24,030 through the strength of the people The founding of New China 23 00:01:24,030 --> 00:01:29,600 reform and opening-up and the entry into a new era of socialism with Chinese 24 00:01:29,600 --> 00:01:32,900 characteristics—each milestone was made possible 25 00:01:32,900 --> 00:01:38,160 only by the support and participation of the people 26 00:01:38,160 --> 00:01:40,630 The Party firmly stood on the people’s position 27 00:01:40,630 --> 00:01:44,460 practiced the mass line respected the pioneering spirit of the people 28 00:01:44,460 --> 00:01:48,760 and unleashed their creativity and vitality 29 00:01:48,760 --> 00:01:53,060 Thanks to this close bond China rose rapidly to become the world's 30 00:01:53,060 --> 00:01:59,500 second-largest economy undergoing transformations beyond imagination 31 00:01:59,500 --> 00:02:02,760 Looking ahead the Party will remain fully committed 32 00:02:02,760 --> 00:02:08,760 to serving the people wholeheartedly It will advance the entire-process people's democracy 33 00:02:08,760 --> 00:02:14,360 uphold social fairness and justice address imbalances and inadequacies in development 34 00:02:14,360 --> 00:02:16,930 and promote the all-round development of individuals 35 00:02:16,930 --> 00:02:21,800 and common prosperity for all This means placing greater emphasis 36 00:02:21,800 --> 00:02:27,560 on enhancing people's quality of life ensuring that every citizen shares the fruits 37 00:02:27,560 --> 00:02:34,560 of reform and development It calls for stronger focus on people's livelihoods—education 38 00:02:34,560 --> 00:02:38,360 employment healthcare—creating better living conditions 39 00:02:38,360 --> 00:02:45,260 and more opportunities for growth It also demands unwavering progress in the rule of law 40 00:02:45,260 --> 00:02:48,300 safeguarding citizens’ rights and freedoms 41 00:02:48,300 --> 00:02:51,630 and building a harmonious stable society 42 00:02:51,630 --> 00:02:54,960 For you soon-to-be graduates stepping into society 43 00:02:54,960 --> 00:02:58,430 this is an era brimming with opportunity 44 00:02:58,430 --> 00:03:04,100 This is your moment But you should bear heavy responsibilities as the builders 45 00:03:04,100 --> 00:03:11,100 and successors of our nation’s future I urge you to carry forward the Party's fine traditions 46 00:03:11,100 --> 00:03:15,160 cultivate correct views of life values, and the world 47 00:03:15,160 --> 00:03:20,660 actively engage in social practice and grow through service to the people 48 00:03:20,660 --> 00:03:24,900 At the same time dare to innovate dare to dream 49 00:03:24,900 --> 00:03:30,060 In this rapidly changing age innovation is the key to staying relevant 50 00:03:30,060 --> 00:03:33,630 Whether in academic pursuits or career choices 51 00:03:33,630 --> 00:03:37,160 maintain an open mind boldly explore the unknown 52 00:03:37,160 --> 00:03:42,860 and challenge yourselves without fear Finally 53 00:03:42,860 --> 00:03:44,830 let me leave you with this enduring truth: 54 00:03:44,830 --> 00:03:47,430 “The people are the creators of history 55 00:03:47,430 --> 00:03:51,330 and the true heroes ” May you always keep these words in your heart 56 00:03:51,330 --> 00:03:55,560 live them through action and strive tirelessly to realize a people-centered 57 00:03:55,560 --> 00:04:01,530 vision of development Let us become not just participants in history 58 00:04:01,530 --> 00:04:05,960 but its makers—the real heroes of tomorrow! 59 00:04:05,960 --> 00:04:07,460 Thank you!