Party leadership and collectivism are Tengtou's "heirloom." Tengtou Village established its Party branch in 1960, which was upgraded to a Party committee in 1994, consisting of one general Party branch and 23 Party branches in total. "Party secretaries set the example; Party members take the lead" is the goal and code of conduct for Party members and cadres in Tengtou Village. The requirements for Party members posted on the village committee wall have gradually expanded from the "Three Firsts" and "Four Prohibitions" to the "Ten-Character" work principles, "Six Leads," and "Eight Musts and Eight Must Nots."
"Three Firsts" of Tengtou Village Party Committee
Party members and cadres put others before themselves when dealing with the masses
Party members and cadres prioritize public interests over personal gain when facing benefits
Party members and cadres take the lead in dedication
"Four Prohibitions" of Tengtou Village Party Committee
No salary from the village
No reimbursement of personal expenses
No involvement in village projects
No attendance at villagers'banquets
"en-Character (five-word) Work Principles" of Tengtou Village Party Committee
Openness, fairness, impartiality, transparency, dedication
"Six Leads" for Tengtou Village Party Members
Take the lead in aligning with the Party and serving the people
Take the lead in ecological protection and abiding by commitments
Take the lead in civility, politeness, entrepreneurship and dedication
"Eight Musts and Eight Must Nots" for Tengtou Village Party Members
Must emancipate the mind and keep pace with the times;
must not stick to old ways and be unmotivated
Must seek truth and pragmatism, act according to one's capabilities;
must not be false, exaggerated or blindly compare
Must respect public opinion and act in accordance with the law;
must not issue arbitrary orders or act arbitrarily
Must work hard and be diligent and thrifty;
must not indulge in pleasure or waste extravagantly
Must be honest and self-disciplined, impartial and upright;
must not abuse power for personal gain or engage in fraud
Must advocate science and change old customs;
must not believe in feudal superstition or hold lavish events
Must care for the environment and protect the ecology;
must not trample casually or litter randomly
Must work actively and strive for prosperity through hard work;
must not be unmotivated or live off one's means
