On the"Dual Innovations"of Confucian People-oriented Thought in China's Social Governance for a New Era
Adhering to the people-centered principle is the primary ideology in studying and practicing Marxism,and it represents the fundamental stance of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era.By exploring the potential of"creative transformation"and"innovative development"of Confucian people-oriented social governance thought,the research highlights the cultural foundation of the mass line of the Communist Party of China(CPC),the compatibility with the values of Sinicized Marxism,and the application to the modernization of the national governance system and capabilities.Based on the discussions,it further argues for the modern transformation paths,dimensions,content,and elements of Confucian people-oriented thought,focusing on justice and people's livelihood,governance by virtue and the rule of law,democracy,and meritocracy as fundamental principles and main approaches of social governance.It also attempts to construct a social governance model that both inherits excellent traditional culture and adapts to the practical needs of modern society from both normative and empirical perspectives.