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=== '''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.
==== Controversial Tussenlander immigration quota (1976-1979) ====
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==== 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.
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