new article on mass line - note: the reference I use here is one I found looking for a study guide for the ap comparative gov test (which is Monday) - the teacher has a bunch of other similar links
'''Mass line''' is a method developed by [[Mao Zedong]] to encourage and promote participation by the masses in collective action for or against a policy or program.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.newhartfordschools.org/education/sctemp/12345/1241293173/China_Repr_Participat.pdf|title=China: Representation & Participation|format=pdf|author=J. F. Walters|language=English|work=New Hartford Senior High}}</ref>
==Steps==
From [http://www.newhartfordschools.org/education/sctemp/12345/1241293173/China_Repr_Participat.pdf]:
<blockquote>
#Important speech made by a key leader
#Newspaper editorials published
#Slogans appear on wall posters (daizibao) or on masthead of newspaper
#Small groups (xiaozu) discuss ideas
#Massive public rallies are staged featuring local party cadres making repetitious speeches
##outlining the purpose of the campaign
##exhorting the masses to participate and demonstrate their support
</blockquote>