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The remaining members of the now dysfunctional Güman bloc (initially a coalition between the Free Destiny Party and the New Netherland Labor Party) chose to formalize their alliance by merging into a single political party. This new party, known as the "Nieuw Zeyven Congress" or the Zeyven Party, appealed to the growing middle class and those in favor of stronger integration with the ANAN states. The Zeyven Party was led by [[S. S. de Haaze|S. S. de Haese]], and enjoyed popular support in New Netherland, eventually emerging victorious in the 1963 General Elections.
==Zeyven
The post-Guman era saw the maturation of Gumanist policies as industrial expansion led to a surge in skilled professions. The new job market, combined with an educated populace, gave rise to a strong middle class. This demographic, characterized by increased disposable income and higher educational attainment, began to exert significant influence, becoming more politically active and consumer-oriented.
The Zeyven era was also notable for high annual inflation, driven by rising consumer expenditures, wage hikes, and increased accessibility to credit. These issues compounded and eventually led to the [[New Netherland currency crisis]].
===S.S. de Haese administration (1963-1971)===
[[File:S._S._de_Haaze_Ph1.png|thumb|189x189px|Portrait of S.S. de Haese]]
Education policies under de Haese also emphasized quality and competitive standards. In 1965, his government passed the Competitive Education Law, which strengthened educational programs, bolstering teacher training programs, and incentivizing private sector partnerships.
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In 1967, S.S. de Haese secured a resounding victory in his bid for re-election, largely attributed to the economic prosperity that characterized his first term.
=== Cornelis Holowatie administration (1971-
Cornelis Holowatie, former Minister of Trade and Industry under S. S. de Haese, rose to the role of raedspensionaris in 1971. Holowatie was a polarizing figure in New Netherland politics. Being of Ruthenian descent, his ascendancy to the role was a divergence from the traditional Dutch or English lineage of previous leaders. Despite his close ties to De Haese and his credentials within the Zeyven party, his ethnic background was a frequent point of contention in conservative circles in the early years of his tenure.
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{{Main|1970s Global Oil Crisis|New Netherland currency crisis}}
The rising inflation resulted in emergence to the new economic school of thought known as as [[Chrematic school of economics|chrematic economics]]. Advocates of chrematic economics scrutinized the policies implemented under Holowatie and the Zeyven Party, contending that their strategies of credit expansion and wage hikes increasing the money supply were significant contributors to the inflationary trends.
== Patriotic revival movement era (1975-1979) ==
=== '''George von Valkenstein administration (1975–1979)''' ===
[[File:RTL Van Valkenstein.jpg|thumb|247x247px|Von Valkenstein in 1976]]
In the 1975 elections, the Patriotic Revival Movement (PRM), led by George von Valkenstein, successfully garnered widespread support through a campaign focused on economic recovery and national resurgence. Capitalizing on public dissatisfaction from the skyrocketing prices, the PRM promised economic stabilization and stronger cooperation within the ANAN. Their platform appealed to a wide voter base, from the economically affected middle class to business sectors seeking a more stable economy.
His administration established an economic committee to guide the central bank and implement measures for economic stability post the 1973 oil crisis. Domestically, Valkenstein focused on inflation control and domestic industry stimulation. In foreign policy, he adopted an aggressive stance against Russia, contributing to heightened international tensions. Von Valkenstein was also an avid supporter of space research, supporting the endeavors of the [[American Rocketry Commission]].
==== Controversial Tussenlander immigration quota (1976-1979) ====
Valkenstein also introduced a controversial immigration quota for workers immigrating from [[Tussenland]] from 1976-1979, which he saw as a means to counter the gradual rise of unemployment within New Netherlander citizens, who Valkenstein perceived were losing jobs to Tussenlanders. This move was acknowledged and allowed by the [[Tussenland|Tussenlander]] government, led by [[Anssem Sjestakow]], who was concerned with an ongoing brain drain in high-tech industries. However, the move was unpopular within supporters of the ANAN framework.
==== Participation in the Alyeskan War of Independence (1978-1979) ====
{{Main|Alyeskan Independence War}}
New Netherland, under von Valkenstein, joined the ANAN coalition to liberate Alyeska from Russian control. New Netherland deployed military assets to Alyeska, including ground troops, air support, and naval forces, to engage in operations against Russia.
==== Failure to address inflation ====
[[File:NNL Inflation 1930-1985.png|thumb|284x284px|Inflation in NNL from 1930-1985]]
Despite Von Valkenstein's platform of economic stabilization during his 1975 campaign, his administration was largely ineffective in combating inflation. Despite seeking advice from both [[Leiden school of economics|Leiden]] and [[Chrematic school of economics|Chrematic]] schools of economic thought, Von Valkenstein's policies still often resembled those of his predecessors. Heightened spending during the [[Alyeskan Independence War|Alyeskan War]] was considered a significant contributor to inflation, which surged to 13.12% by the end of von Valkenstein's term, marking an all-time high. This prompted public calls for more decisive measures to tackle the inflationary crisis.
== Progressive Party rule (1979-1987) ==
[[File:RTL Russell dForeest.png|thumb|191x191px|Russell d'Foreest in 1983]]
In the 1979 elections, the [[Progressive Party of New Netherland|Progressive Party]] secured a decisive victory, returning to government control after a 52-year absence from holding majority power. Under the leadership of [[Russel d'Foreest]], the party campaigned on a technocratic platform, promising to implement quantitative and scientific methodologies in governance. This approach was in contrast to previous administrations, which d'Foreest criticized for their 'reliance on emotional appeals and subjective decision-making.' This new approach appealed to the public, having been disillusioned by the previous administrations.
==See also==
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