Chapter 53: The Presidential Controversy

On November 8, 1923, the beer can riots, which had been launched in history to seize power, did not appear because the Socialist Workers' Party had taken power ahead of time.

But this day is no less worth paying attention to, because this is the day when the German people will decide who their next president will be.

At 7 o'clock in the morning, many people have gone out together. They excitedly took their votes all the way to the presidential candidates.

This is a national event that concerns everyone, every German person, who hopes that their vote will change the future of Germany for the better.

After Ebert's murder, rumors of conspiracy theories continued. In the end, Sickert, who was also qualified, did not run. He refuted the conspiracy theories with practical actions, and at the same time gave up a chance, a chance to go down in history. It is even easier for history to remember a mediocre president than a good general.

Of course, none of the three presidential candidates who ran for office this time were mediocre.

In addition to his deep background, Hindenburg, a military representative who has won numerous honors; Childe Meyer, a shrewd and well-known business wizard in the business world; Political genius, expert on international politics Gustav, who was going to run for chancellor.

The above three people are from the military, business, and political circles respectively. It can be said that this represents the three most important elites of Germany. Future national policies will inevitably vary greatly depending on their personal backgrounds.

And now, it's the turn of the German people to make a choice!

The traditional newspaper controlled by the Juncker consortium has been working at full speed to promote the heroic Marshal Hindenburg for two months. The Jewish Foundation, led by the Childe family and through the Voice of Liberty, repeatedly preached the benefits that Childe Meyer would receive if he was elected president. The Gestapo even continued to expose the inadequacies of the other two political laymen as presidents through the social worker newspaper.

All of a sudden, major newspapers began to tout their presidential candidates, adding fuel to the fire to paint a better future. At the same time, he did his best to belittle other presidential contenders and pour dirty water on his opponents without any bottom line.

"In my opinion, Field Marshal Hindenburg is the only reasonable candidate for the presidency." An old man who had been in charge of the last world war foamed at the pollsters who interviewed him: "Anyone who has seen Field Marshal Hindenburg's outstanding performance in the last world war will understand one, what a brave and strong leader Field Marshal Hindenburg was." What Germany needs now is such a strong leader. ”

"I see the opposite of this old gentleman." A middle-aged man standing to the right of the old man replied with a smile: "My vote will go to Mr. Gustav, because he is the only one who is a shrewd and mature politician." The future president should be a politician who knows how to make trade-offs, so that he can set a more reasonable course for Germany. ”

The same interviews took place in every large square. In Stuttgart, in the Ruhr area, in Munich, in Berlin....... Every region, every polling place, is gradually welcoming more and more people.

On Berlin's Alexanderplatz, a black Mercedes car slowly bypassed the crowds on the main road and drove into the reserved yellow line parking area.

Hindenburg, dressed in military uniform, pinned the Iron Cross that William I once wore to his neckline, and slowly stepped out of the car.

Hindenburg, who is already 76 years old, does not show the slightest feeling of old age at the moment. Instead, he trimmed his short hair and wore a thick beard above his lips to look radiant. His blue eyes with a little green, a high nose bridge, and a square face make Hindenburg look mature and steady.

The appearance of Hindenburg caused the supporters in the square to boil. Many older people who once idolized Hindenburg even shouted the slogans of Field Marshal Hindenburg and waved banners vigorously with an energy that did not match their age.

Hindenburg, accompanied by his assistants, walked to the front of the crowd, raised a horsewhip in his right hand and shouted: "I am not sure how far I can make Germany rise for you." But I will always do my best for you. ”

Hindenburg's words sparked cheers, and his supporters did not hesitate to give bursts of applause to the venerable old man.

At the same time, another presidential candidate also drove into the Alexanderplatz polling place in a car.

The gorgeous Mercedes-Benz that has been modified by private individuals immediately attracted the attention of many people. From the moment they saw the car, they guessed the passenger in the car, Child. Meyer.

Meyer's arrival caused another round of cheers. This time, it was a welcoming procession made up in advance by many employees of the Jewish Consortium. Therefore, their cheers are more neat and shocking.

Many people believe that once the economic genius of the Childe family becomes president of Germany, Germany's economic situation is likely to improve.

Unlike Hindenburg and Meyer, Gustav, who came from political background, did not make an appearance at Alexanderplatz.

At this moment, Gustav is recording a broadcast that will be broadcast to the whole country.

In this broadcast, Gustav pragmatically sets out his future reform goals.

The direction of reform proposed by Gustav is very clear. In the future, he wants to gradually remove the privileges of some politicians and chaebols, while promoting the economy, working to tackle the worsening unemployment rate, and firmly advocating a crackdown on corruption, reforming the political system, making the management of political axes more transparent, and making the process of deliberating proposals in the National Assembly more concise and effective.

There are many aspects of reform that his predecessor, President Albert, wanted to do but did not have time to do.

Today, Gustav has inherited Albert's ambitions. Under the operation of the Gestapo, this radio announcement was recorded, which was to be sent to the whole country.

This time, there will be many people who will not be able to sleep peacefully. After all, Gustav was the first and only one to come up with a specific weakening plan for the major plutocrats.

Moreover, while suppressing the consortium, Gustav did not forget to think about the people and proposed many targeted reform measures.

On the surface, even a discerning person would have listened to the broadcast and thought that Gustav would win the overwhelming majority of the people's vote.

Unfortunately, there are some shady means that will greatly reduce Gustav's victory rate.

Historically, the president of the Weimar Republic, a symbol of democracy, has never been elected by pure popular opinion.

The former Albert, after receiving the support of the Juncker consortium, can confirm that he will become president.

Historically, Hindenburg was also a president recognized by the Juncker consortium.

All this is not a coincidence!