If the past can serve as a guide today, I believe people would comply more willingly if harsh bans and tactful handling were to balance and complement each other. This would be more welcome and effective than resorting to bans and fines.

• 古为今用，如果能出色地协调“严厉”与“宽容”，平衡两者，付诸实践，岂不比动辄运用法制权利、非禁不可、不罚难行的处理方式，更得民心?