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In response to her expulsion, Güman, along with a number of prominent figures from the New Netherland Labor Party, established a new party in February 1963, known as the People's Party. It attracted the Güman bloc's more radical members, effectively leading to the bloc’s disintegration.
 
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 Party Rule (1963-1971)==
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.
 
===S.S. de HaazeHaese administration (1963-1971)===
[[File:S._S._de_Haaze_Ph1.png|thumb|189x189px|Portrait of S.S. de HaazeHaese]]
Dede HaazeHaese's economic strategies were crucial to fostering a consumer-centric economy, deviating from the industrial-heavy focus of the previous era. His administration emphasized deregulation favorable to small businesses, facilitating a retail boom, and nurturing a service-oriented sector. Tax incentives for homeowners and credit expansion policies were also enacted.
 
Education policies under de HaazeHaese 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.
 
====Enhanced regional mobility and inter-American trade====
S.S. de HaazeHaese was also instrumental in initiating significant reforms in the [[AmFAST|AmFAST system]] (American Framework for Screening and Travel). In collaboration with neighboring states, New England, Virginia, and Tussenland, de HaazeHaese advocated for the expansion of the existing AmFAST pre-check system to include pre-authorized importers, carriers, and drivers, offering expedited clearance for eligible goods, eventually becoming what is today the RAPID system (''Revised American Pre-screening and Identification'' system). This not only strengthened economic ties with neighboring regions but also reinforced New Netherland's stance on enhancing regional trade, mobility, and security.
 
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 (1971-1974) ===
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.
 
==== Economic upheaval during the 1973 global oil crisis ====
{{Main|1970s Global Oil Crisis}}
The global oil crisis of 1973 impacted New Netherland during Holowatie's leadership, leading to several economic repercussions, including significant increases in fuel and energy prices, heightened inflation rates, and a growing trade deficit. These economic pressures were not unique to New Netherland but were part of a broader global economic downturn, following the nationalization of the oil industries in the [[United Gulf States]] and other near eastern nations. However, public sentiment primarily focused on the Holowatie's handling of the situation, which was perceived to be inadequate. The economic distress became synonymous with his leadership. This adversely impacted the Zeyven Party's public popularity, which eventually led to their defeat in the 1974 elections.
 
==See also==
Bureaucrats, rtl-contributors, Administrators
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