To speak out on behalf of the common people, appealing to those in power for their well-being; to intercede for the populace.
在灾情面前，这位社区负责人主动向有关部门为受困居民为民请命，争取到了及时的帮助。
Facing the disaster, the community leader proactively interceded for the affected residents with the relevant departments, securing timely assistance.
Era:
Ancient
Frequency:
Story:
During the Ming Dynasty, the upright official Hai Rui was known for his integrity throughout his life, always keeping the common people in his heart.
When he served as the magistrate of Chun'an County, he implemented a system to accurately measure land, which greatly reduced the burden on farmers. This, however, offended Governor Hu Zongxian.
Hai Rui was later imprisoned by Emperor Jiajing and was not reappointed until he was 72 years old. Nevertheless, he consistently took it upon himself to plead for the people.
Next Idiom