Chapter 435 The Election Battle Heats Up

In fact, it was the Democrats who imposed ideological stamps and waved moral sticks everywhere. They recognized the domino theory and believed that if they did not confront the Soviet Union on all fronts, the dominoes would fall.

This is exactly what the Truman Doctrine stands for. On the contrary, the Republican Party is a more pragmatic party.

This is contrary to the views of the Republicans and Democrats in the 21st century.

But McCarthy did attack the Democratic Party's foreign policy, with the support of the Republican Party, on the grounds of weakness toward the Soviet Union. This is related to the fact that the Republican Party has always been in an atmosphere of isolationism.

At this stage, the Republican Party tends to encourage conservatism. In their view, in addition to abandoning the United States' obligations to the world, they also believe that relations with the East should be handled with realism, and that once external pressure disappears, the Soviet bloc will be dragged down by internal contradictions.

At the same time, because of the shadow of nuclear war, the Republican Party hopes to make peace with the Soviet camp and reduce the intensity of Cold War confrontation.

Eisenhower's eight years of conservatism was the embodiment of this idea. Some people later criticized him for losing more in eight years than he gained during World War II. At this time, the Republican Party is actually leaning toward realism.

In the 1960s, there was a fundamental exchange between the Republican Party and the Democratic Party, which was naturally paved by a series of events. Alan Wilson felt that the defeat of Dewey, who was favored by many this year, at the hands of Truman was an important factor that led to the transformation of the Republican Party.

Even after Eisenhower came to power, the Republican Party began to return to realism, but the seeds had been planted. After the Eisenhower period, the Republican Party completely transformed into what people see it as in the twenty-first century.

One of the two current bigwigs of the Republican establishment is Dewey, who is about to start a debate with his opponent. He represents the eastern establishment and is also a candidate supported by Boston. The other one was Robert Taft, who had just withdrawn from the presidential race.

Robert Taft was a representative of the conservative Republican Party and the eldest son of former President and Supreme Judge William Howard Taft. He had always been the main opponent of Roosevelt's New Deal. After President Roosevelt's death, he rallied conservative forces to successfully resist the power of labor unions. In foreign policy, he was one of the strongest advocates of non-interventionism.

Naturally, he also opposed the Marshall Plan. Once Dewey came to power, he might also have an impact on the Marshall Plan, but that was still unknown. If Taft came to power, he would definitely take action on the Marshall Plan.

Dewey's disadvantage was his poor popularity within the Republican Party and his image as a cold, rigid, calculating person.

However, after Taft debated with Dewey's rival Statham, he successfully attacked Dewey's opponent. Although he did not shake the strength of Statham and Dewey, he also helped Dewey from the side.

Now that Taft has withdrawn from the candidacy, the conservative supporters of the Republican Party he represented began to support Dewey's campaign.

There is still time, and it is better to come early than to come late. The debate between Dewey and Statham will be broadcast into thousands of households for the first time. Alan Wilson heard it on the radio at the Boston Consulate on May 17th. , a debate between the two Republican candidates.

Debates between the two Republican candidates came from the radio. From economic policy, foreign policy to the development direction of the United States, it seemed that people could enter the tense atmosphere where the two candidates were.

"The present proliferation of Soviet ideas in the United States,

The root cause is that the country has not played a better guiding role. What I want to say is that the Communist Party of the United States should be immediately declared an illegal party..." Statham's voice echoed through the radio in the Boston consulate, and I believe it also appeared in countless American citizens’ homes.

"Huh?" Alan Wilson looked at Wick and asked with confusion, "I remember you said that he was the candidate of the liberal party? Is that true?"

"Consul, this is indeed surprising." Wick also had a question mark on his face and explained in a surprised tone, "Congressman Statham has always had a very tolerant image."

"Maybe it was to divide Taft's conservative supporters behind Dewey." Alan Wilson chuckled. "We all know that these politicians only have the memory of a fish and will overturn their previous statements at any time. Since Taft withdrew from the election, , supporters are more inclined to Dewey, and now Statham has come up with more extreme remarks than Dewey, forcing Dewey to take a tolerant stance and dividing Dewey's support rate."

This is not surprising. British politicians are also like this. The entire House of Commons is almost like a zoo, and everyone is a chameleon.

While Alan Wilson was ridiculing politicians, Dewey's voice came from the radio, "You can't shoot down an idea with a gun, right? We must produce tangible results to prove that the Soviets are wrong. Rather than using a simple and crude prohibition method."

"Banning is a method used by authoritarian countries. Our democratic countries have always made the final decision not to announce it through democratic resolution." Alan Wilson listened to Dewey's refreshing words and explained to Wick who was standing aside.

"Consul, you shouldn't say that, right?" Wick listened to Alan Wilson's unbridled ridicule, "You must know that politicians are elected by the public..."

"Doesn't this further prove the stupidity of the public?" Alan Wilson tilted his head and said with a smile, "In fact, our people all understand who should be in the more appropriate hands of this country."

"So what is the role of politicians?" Wick looked at his immediate boss and hesitated to ask his doubts.

"Their role is to promote our merits." Alan Wilson stood up calmly. The result of this debate was already obvious. Dewey would undoubtedly win the nomination of the Republican presidential candidate. Of course, this must be done. It will not be officially announced until after the Republican convention.

Both parties have put forward candidates, and this election has begun to move towards becoming more intense.

Judging from the current situation, the Democratic Party's current President Truman's election situation is sluggish. It is no wonder that public opinion believes that once the Republican Party convenes a convention and selects a candidate, it will be able to defeat Truman.

According to news from Washington, both the Democratic and Republican conventions are scheduled to be held in Philadelphia.

Judging from the current news, the situation faced by the Democratic Party this time is indeed very difficult. In addition to the Republican Party's intention to make a comeback after the war in terms of momentum, the most important thing is that the Democratic Party is divided.

Worse still, some liberal Democrats defected to join Henry Wallace's Progressive Party, and Democratic leaders feared that this would split Truman's vote significantly, leaving the Northeastern and Midwestern states to the Republicans.

Not to mention that the interests of southern whites, who had supported the Democratic Party since the Civil War, were not completely consistent with the northern workers' power that Roosevelt fought for. It is no wonder that many people are not optimistic about Truman.

"Consul, from now on, the comeback of the Republican Party has become a foregone conclusion. Do you want to establish friendship with the Republican Party?" Wick still tried his best to provide advice to his immediate superiors. He suggested contacting, Taft, Dewey and others.

"Those are all big guys from the establishment. This time we want to find a relatively grassroots figure." Alan Wilson shook his head after hearing this. "Taft is the leader of the conservatives. My father became the president first and then the supreme leader." Judge, Dewey is the leader of the establishment faction elected by the eastern industrial and commercial sector. It is too difficult to contact him. We need to find a relatively grassroots figure to show our goodwill. And before the results come out, don’t say that the Democratic Party is defeated. Three years Former MP Churchill thought so at first, but we all know that the great Prime Minister Attlee is currently leading the British Empire..."

Now that I have contacted Dewey, doesn't Alan Wilson suddenly take over the role of Chang Gong? This is absolutely not possible. Under the current situation, it is not impossible to show favor to the Republican Party.

But we must also consider Truman’s feelings. If Alan Wilson is remembered instead of Chang Gong, it will definitely be a devastating blow to him now.

Compared with bigwigs such as Dewey and Taft, McCarthy was not partisan. Compared with the first two people, McCarthy is now a grassroots among the grassroots, and his reputation is also poor. He is just a dawdling senator.

It is very suitable for developing true friendship, and Alan Wilson will not let the other person suffer. If the other person is a friend, he may have the opportunity to guide the other person to avoid capsizing in the gutter.

All in all, as the Republican Party is about to launch a candidate, this is the right time to start contacting McCarthy.

The motivation for taking the initiative to come to the door is too obvious, but now that the Republican Party is preparing for the general election, McCarthy, as a Republican senator, will definitely help the Republican Party in the election. This is his obligation as a senator.

You only need to understand McCarthy's recent public itinerary. Northeastern New England and the Great Lakes region are the traditional support areas of the Republican Party. Republican senators including McCarthy will definitely be traveling around during this time.

All Alan Wilson needs to do now is wait and wait until McCarthy announces his campaign schedule, and then wait for McCarthy in these two cities.

During this time, Alan Wilson handled some diplomatic work at the consulate. In fact, he attended a cocktail party and took Pamela Mountbatten with him to praise the special relationship between Britain and the United States.

From this time on, Alan Wilson had begun to contact some Republicans, who made Boston a traditional Republican support area.

I have to say that bringing Pamela Mountbatten is still very effective. It is not before World War I. It is useless to have only one noble status. But if you are rich and have a noble status, that is another problem. .

"My dear, I'm beginning to think that it will be easier for you to be the consul than for me." Alan Wilson sighed sincerely.

"Oh, yes?" Pamela Mountbatten pretended to be reserved and said, "I have done everything, and there is no room for you to play. As a woman on the board of directors, I cannot do this."

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