# Grandpa inspired my growth

Author: Mao Xinyu
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Publish Date: 2006-11-01
Features: At 00:10 on September 9, 1976, the beloved grandfather Mao Zedong passed away. It has been 29 years now. Grandfather's revolutionary life shines through the ages. As the son of Mao Anqing and Shao Hua, the grandson of Mao Zedong, I deeply cherish his great achievements. To inherit the revolutionary spirit of the martyrs, to lead the study and research of Mao Zedong Thought, and to promote and practice it throughout life—is the expectation of the people, the entrustment of my family, and a glorious responsibility! A mere 29 years have passed in the blink of an eye. On my path of growth, Grandfather left me not only the name "Xinyu," but more importantly, an inexhaustible spiritual wealth. The "Jinggang Spirit" and "Yan'an Spirit" he established, the principle of "Serving the People," and the ideological line of seeking truth from facts, as well as his important thoughts on politics, economy, military, diplomacy, and culture, are the lifelong responsibility of study and research for me, and the guiding light that inspires me to always stay true to myself. The path of practice is long. Mao Zedong Thought, which originates from practice and is applied in practice, will always be the banner of the Party, the spirit of the nation, and the faith of the people! To study and research Grandfather will be the pursuit of my entire life.