Jiang Qing (19 March 1914 - 14 May 1991), also known as Madame Mao, was a Chinese communist revolutionary, actress, and major political figure during the Cultural Revolution (1966-1976). She was the fourth wife of Mao Zedong, the Chairman of the Communist Party and Paramount leader of China.

She openly condoned the violence exacted by the Red Guard on July 28th, 1966. Speaking as one of the leading figures for the Central Cultural Revolution Group, an organization formed in 1966 to further the ideals and will of Mao, she addressed a rally of students. During her speech, Jiang let them know that the government would not intervene on behalf of the educators, further showing support for whatever the students decided to do, even if it meant violence.