Alton Parker nodded. Although he didn't know what Sheffield's purpose was, he also knew that United Company had extensive influence in the south, so he listened to the other party's opinion.

Unfortunately, what Sheffield wanted to say was not an opinion, but a decision. He did not go directly to the topic but said directly, "Mr. Alton Parker, given the current situation, what do you think are the chances of winning this election? Please tell me.

truth!"

"On the Republican side, Roosevelt is definitely the candidate. As a judge, I tell the truth, the winning rate is very slim, and even many Democrats are pessimistic. This time I was nominated, and Mr. William Bryan selected me twice.

The result of losing the battle!" Alton Parker hesitated, seeming to be thinking about something, and finally chose to tell the truth.

Indeed, Roosevelt's advantages were too great, not only the aura of war hero in the Spanish-American War, the hostility towards trust companies, but also the desire of the citizens of the United States to become a powerful country. I have to mention the second Venezuelan crisis, which was last year.

After the British accepted mediation for the second time, they also contacted Germany for the second time.

In recent years, Latin American countries have been in serious economic difficulties, and Venezuela is one of them. Venezuela owes Britain and Germany millions of dollars, but its leaders refused to repay the money. So Britain and Germany decided to use force to collect the debt.

Warships from both countries began blockading Venezuela's ports. When they bombarded Venezuela's coast, Roosevelt began to intervene. He urged Britain and Germany to refer the dispute to the International Court of Justice in The Hague. Britain and Germany agreed, ending their war against Venezuela.

blockade.

These are factors that are very popular with voters. In addition, the economic prosperity is still continuing. No matter what, the Democratic Party has no chance of winning. Not only Alton Parker knows this, but even Sheffield knows this clearly.

"Yes, normally the Democratic Party cannot win. If there is any advantage, maybe some Republican congressmen who have good relations with enterprises will be a favorable factor. I am not counting on the split of the Republican Party, but on the advantages of enterprises. Who made President Roosevelt

It’s not very friendly to big companies. Now I can conclude one thing!” Sheffield pondered for a moment after saying this, “In terms of election funds, this is the first time in these elections that the Democratic Party has a financial advantage, because

The Republican Party does not have the support of big business, and the bad news is that our voters hate big business."

In the past two presidential elections, the Democratic Party elected progressive Congressman William Bryan. William Bryan was not as popular as Roosevelt among big businesses.

Alton Parker is a conservative judge who is more appealing to Southern voters than William Bryan. After talking about the current advantages and disadvantages, Sheffield finally got to the point, "We can't win a normal election. There is only a radical election."

options are available for selection.”

Since everyone in the Democratic Party knows that the chance of winning the election is slim, Sheffield is not polite. If the opponent is so strong, then he must show his lower limit to win over voters. Maybe a miracle will happen. The slave owners also have the idea that a miracle may be created.

After inoculating Alton Parker against a disastrous election defeat, Sheffield said, "All I have to say is white supremacy! There is no other way."

"White supremacy?" Alton Parker was shocked. During the election process, candidates from both parties would avoid talking about racial issues. After all, it was related to votes. But after thinking about it, he understood what Sheffield was thinking. Black people

The issue of ballots did not exist in the southern states, and black people actually had no right to vote.

So it doesn’t matter if the base is in Sheffield, Texas, the Democratic Party will still win! But? Raising this issue during the general election will have a huge negative impact.

"Dear Mr. Parker, if you can do this, you will gain the long-lasting friendship of the Dixie people." Sheffield extended an olive branch with practical actions. "You will gain the love of me and a large group of Dixie businessmen."

, your child will enter the real upper class society, and he can become a successful person now. We can help him with whatever business he wants to do. All he needs is your nod now, and it will not be a problem."

"Although I only represent Southern Company, I also dislike Roosevelt, Rockefeller, and Morgan. Although our interests are not completely consistent, I believe they are also happy to have a challenger. As for how to challenge, this is all trivial.

question."

The conditions offered by Sheffield are not too high. To bring Alton Parker's descendants directly into the upper class is a promise that ordinary people cannot fulfill. As long as Alton Parker agrees to this matter, all demands can be made.

If you win the election by a high margin, even if you lose the election, public opinion during the election may scare away many black people in the South, which is a good thing.

Alton Parker was originally a representative of the conservative Democratic Party. After much thought, he nodded heavily and said, "I agree with this."

"On behalf of Sheffield United Company, McHale Mining, Gale International Trading Company, and Yodel Textile Company, sixteen companies across the southern states, I will provide one million U.S. dollars in election funds. As for the follow-up expenses, they will definitely not be small.

I believe that many large northern companies will also help you, but there is a small foreseeable problem!" Sheffield first predicted the public opinion at the beginning of the election campaign, "Because white supremacy is too direct, public opinion will definitely be unfavorable to you.

I hope Mr. Alton Parker doesn't care about this."

Not only will pro-Republican newspapers appear in public opinion attacks, but many newspapers in Sheffield will also join in. Slave owners have always purchased newspapers to create public opinion. It can be said that newspapers are being merged every month. But these newspapers cannot be exposed.

tendency, but to hide it.

Alton Parker has already said that he can persevere. He was originally a firefighter promoted by the Democratic Party. The candidate who replaced William Bryan knew that the election situation was bad. After thinking about this, he let go of his knot. White supremacy is a

He has accepted all the poison in a normal election campaign.

Through conversations with the Democratic candidates, Sheffield has established the positions of both parties. Even if he is beaten to a bloody head, he will not take a step back. He wants to find out the true thoughts of the citizens. How can it be done without a little sacrifice?

I'm saying wouldn't it be better if I win?

After Alton Parker left, little Rockefeller, who had disappeared for several days, returned to St. Louis again, complaining with a tired look on his face, "I didn't want to come back, but you have finished all your things? Alton Parker

What do you say!"

"I have already finished communicating with him and have joined forces with fifteen other companies to provide one million election funds." Sheffield said calmly.

"I'm serious this time, I've never seen you so willing!" Little Rockefeller rubbed his face, as if he wanted to get rid of his fatigue, "Roosevelt is so annoying, I will also donate 100,000 to Alton Parker.

Election funding.”

"Oh, it's really touching to support the Democratic Party. The money you defrauded from the federal government was given to the Democratic candidate. Roosevelt knew about it. I don't know what he felt." Sheffield joked with a very happy smile on his face.

With.

What has little Rockefeller been doing these days? It’s actually very simple. The Rockefeller Institute of Medical Research applied for research funding from the federal government on industrial urban pollution. Taking advantage of Chicago’s water pollution problem, it uses state money to expand its own business. Because

The water pollution problem in Chicago was so big that the federal government agreed to fund it.

In the eyes of Sheffield, there is no doubt that Rockefeller Jr. is eating steamed buns made of flesh and blood. To put it more seriously, it is jeopardizing the country's wealth. Then in the name of Chicago's pollution, he controls the country and asks for money to develop his own medical industry order.

Of course, this is normal behavior in business. You can’t afford to be early without profit. You have to make big money, and you can’t leave small money behind. A certain Fortune 500 company in the Republic of China, which calls itself a high-tech giant, also took advantage of the epidemic to apply for a 5 billion loan. Although

I donated 300,000 yuan and did marketing for several days. Although at every mobile phone launch conference, in addition to boasting about Qualcomm chips and Samsung screens, I didn't have the technology to boast about it, and I also despised self-developed competitors.

Even a comprador can do this, not to mention that the Rockefeller family is the real overlord of the oil industry. Of course, the younger Rockefeller can do this too, and he is even more confident.

The government itself is the enemy of businessmen. If the federal government can make some blood, Sheffield supports it with both hands.

"I still have to wait for the closing of the Olympic Games and the World Expo. I wonder if John can help me pay attention to the Democratic Convention?" Gale and McHale went to Puerto Rico, and Edith Rockefeller was his own woman. After thinking about it, this is the only thing in front of me.

A free strong laborer, Sheffield put his arm around his shoulders and asked in the tone of a family.

"Okay!" Little Rockefeller nodded. Sheffield had something to do and couldn't leave. He could only worry about the election.

The Democratic National Convention was also held in Chicago this time. At the convention, Alton Parker, on behalf of the conservative Democratic Party, officially obtained the nomination of the presidential candidate under the eyes of Rockefeller Jr.

After being formally nominated, Alton Parker put forward his campaign platform with a stern face, including protecting the welfare of all white people, paying attention to the economic development of the Midwest, and making the United States more united.

"The United States needs the contribution of all citizens, especially the contribution of the white group." Alton Parker loudly appealed to the Democrats present. Applause resounded throughout the venue, and cheers came one after another.

Little Rockefeller frowned and glanced at the jubilant Democrats. He felt as if there was something wrong with this mood, and he couldn't seem to tell what was wrong.
Chapter completed!