His physical disability did not bring him down; instead, it became a driving force for his own self-improvement and for inspiring others to progress. On January 10, armless cyclist Wang Hongwu, who has been riding across the country to promote drug awareness, and his son arrived in Luoyang to spread knowledge about drug prevention. Over ten years, he has cycled more than 100,000 kilometers, and this stop is just one of many along the way.
Drug abuse has become a major social problem, largely because drugs not only harm the health of users but also corrode their spirit. Countless crimes are committed each year due to drugs, making them a significant factor threatening social stability. Therefore, it is necessary for us to fight against drug abuse. However, the battle against drugs cannot rely solely on public security authorities. To eliminate drugs from society as soon as possible, we must mobilize widespread civilian efforts.
As a farmer with a disability, Wang Hongwu could have chosen to live a quiet life in his hometown, taken care of by his family. But he gave up that peace to become a volunteer promoting drug awareness. Over the past ten years, he has traveled to more than 400 cities across the country, covering a distance of over 100,000 kilometers. Most people would find this difficult to achieve, yet he has shown such passion and accomplished what many would consider extraordinary. The fight against drugs needs this kind of positive energy.
Without a strong sense of public morality, Wang Hongwu would not have left his hometown and endured a tough journey by bike to promote drug awareness. He understands the dangers of drugs and hopes that people will steer clear of them as soon as possible. For him personally, the fight against drugs may bring few benefits—in fact, he has had to endure hardship and exposure to the elements. It is his sense of public duty and social responsibility that have kept him going.
Just imagine: a disabled person struggling to cycle down the road, all to reach another city that has nothing to do with him personally. Shouldn’t our curiosity about drugs be curbed? Shouldn’t we give up drug use? Shouldn’t we also do something for the civilization of our society?