Freedom Without Distinction BRZ_populism.1 · dlc008
A growing populist and pro-modernization trend amongst the … have led them to challenge the hold of the … over the … political system.
"And what are you all doing here? This is a shop stewards' meeting about the coronels' stocks. Theaters are more fitting for you university-whelped layabouts." "Well, a few birdies told us of your radical idea of, uh, exporting something other than coffee and milk. Perhaps a change in management with it?" "Ah... very well then: a shop stewards and journalists' meeting."
The Coluna … BRZ_populism.2 · dlc008
Inspired by the Tenetist revolt in …, Captain … has begun a sizable insurgency, marching … troops through several states to evade government forces.
The order came as the government troops began fortifying their positions. Along with the promotion, the direction was clear: march north and find the insurrectionists at Paraná River. Marching was the easy part. Marching with over 14,000 troops at … heels was almost infeasible. But nothing is gained without anything ventured. It was time, … decided, for a breakout.
Fallen Hopes BRZ_populism.3 · dlc008
Through the efforts of our institutions, the rising populist movement has dissolved into nothing. The reign of the … will continue over … for the foreseeable future.
"Coronel, the last reports have come through. Most policing and military efforts have put a stranglehold on every major hub. Any active dissidents won't be able to move without us knowing." "Excellent, tenente. Tell your men to single out the ringleaders. Don't harm the others. I'm sure there are coffee fields that could use their... ‘community service.'"
An Ocean of Coffee BRZ_populism.4 · dlc008
The depressed price of Coffee has led to widespread destitution in the heavily coffee-dependent state of …. Concerns about the spreading depression have risen throughout ….
Osvoldo, I write to you with the humblest of intentions, and the heaviest of hearts. As coffee prices tumble across the world, I have been left destitute. As if selling the family silverware wasn't enough, I have had to divide more of my plantation for sale. I would ask you, as the president of our country club, to call a meeting. We must stop the freefall of coffee prices around the world, before it drags us all down with it.
The Liberal Classes BRZ_populism.5 · dlc008
The urban "liberal classes", represented by the … and …, have begun to organize to overturn the monopoly of the … over … politics.
A Greater Republic, In the Name of Progress! Secret ballots! Lawyers for all! Compulsory primary education! Order and progress demand it! A diet of milk and coffee can only serve us so well. Brazil demands steel, service, salt, and more! Vote away from milk and coffee!
Tenetist Revolt in … BRZ_populism.6 · dlc008
… supporting the modernizing ideology of tenetism have seized the city of … and several outlying towns in …. The rebels demand secret ballots and independent courts.
Fresh Outbreak of Tenentist-itis Another military formation has broken faith with the Government, and has begun issuing the selfsame list of demands as the other crushed traitors. Sympathizers in … have urged that they be heard fairly this time. Some reports under investigation detail that this group may be similarly disposed to violence as the previous groups. Witnesses close to …... (cont'd pg. 2)
A War of Fraud BRZ_populism.7 · dlc008
The recent election has led to a firestorm of accusations of fraud passing between the … and …. These claims have greatly escalated tensions between classes.
Accusations of fraud and manipulation were to be expected. Since the coronels commanded fealty for so long, a supported challenger seemed unheard of. Doubly so that some outlying states offered this challenger 100% of the vote. Some numbers had to be fudged. After all, only someone guilty of the same tactics could possibly get 100% of a state's vote.
The Liberal Alliance BRZ_populism.8 · dlc008
Several smaller parties representing the urban middle classes have chosen to endorse … and the … in their bid to unseat the … oligarchy from government.
A regime held up solely by tradition is especially susceptible to rot. This rot can take many forms, but the rot this time was expectation. It was expected that coffee would change to milk, and milk back to coffee. One simple break with that tradition was all it took to fray the alliance. The spurned half of this deal turned to a new face from a relative backwater. Perhaps he could reclaim what was rightfully theirs.
The Manaus Commune BRZ_populism.9
The tenetist-sympathetic … garrison in the state of … has seized the city of Manaus and issued several radical populist decrees. The Commune's government has rapidly gained immense popularity amongst the locals.
Grandfather, I remember fondly your stories of great-grandfather fighting against the old emperor's men in the Amazon. Now, my friends and I are set to do the same here. One of the captains here heard tell of a city in France doing something like what we're doing. We know what we're doing this time. It won't be like the old war. It won't be like France. We'll get this right. I know it.
The New … BRZ_vargas.1 · dlc008
After a swift seizure of power by elements of the military sympathetic to the reformist cause, … has been declared President of …. … agenda calls for modernization and a swift restoration of order to the nation.
It began in a small state, divested of a share in the oligarchy. Then, by clever words after an assassination, it blossomed. But only after the oligarchy itself was cheated by one of its halves did the revolt grow strong. Now, its actors were assembled: the First Republic was ready to fall. Only swift action would stop a bloody civil war.
The Estado Novo BRZ_vargas.2 · dlc008
With a series of crackdowns against the left wing, and numerous decrees reinforcing the power of the state, … … has fully solidified … rule over ….
…: His Excellency for Life The sun shines on a Brazil transformed: President … has instituted a new constitution. In its wake, the dissolution of the National Cabinet and the expulsion of all ministers. First among his agendas were an expansion to his characteristic labor protection laws. (Cont'd pg. 3)
Revolution's End BRZ_vargas.3 · dlc008
The removal of … from power has promised a new era for …. Whether this new era is one of liberty or continued dictatorship under another name remains to be seen.
"So that is that, is it?" "Yes, …. Ironic, isn't it? You ever wonder what the old emperor was thinking when he was deposed? Any last orders? Regrets about his rule?" "No. No wonders or regrets. I will be like the old emperor: I will stand aside. I will not run for presidency next election."
Federal Intervenors BRZ_vargas.4 · dlc008
The unrest in the state of … has grown beyond any acceptable limit. The government of … … has petitioned to dispatch a federal intervenor to restore order.
"I imagine, senhores, that you're confused as to my presence in these halls. Allow me to elucidate my purpose: you may think of me as an executor. I find troubles, and I eliminate them. Your local government has grown selfish and inward of late, according to the federal men who dispatched me. Have your aides report to me on the morrow: I will begin with a thorough audit."
Constitutionalist Revolt in … BRZ_vargas.5 · dlc008
Dissident forces have revolted in …, demanding … … restore constitutional rule and democratic elections.
History never repeats, yet it often rhymes. It is by this paradox that revolution begins in …, like so many before and many still to come, by the blood of students. The demands were enviably simple: a non-military state governor, a Constituent Assembly, and the Federal Government to abide by a fresh constitution. Yet, the rhyme is always the same: a river of blood, to follow the first trickles.
Integralist Action BRZ_vargas.6 · dlc008
… has founded the … Integralist Action, a far-right and traditionalist party that aims to repress leftism and enshrine Catholic teachings into the structure of the state.
"The Revolution of the Self cannot begin for Brazil while the regime of selfishness still rules. We, the vanguard of Integralism, will crush the selfishness of Marxism and transcend the bounds of materialism. We must, for Brazil demands it!" Amidst the rapturous applause of the true believers was a single man with a notebook. While outwardly a journalist, his true patron was one more concerned about allies of convenience. These rabble-rousers would form such allies.
The National Liberation Alliance BRZ_vargas.7 · dlc008
A coalition of left-wing organizations in opposition to the government of … … has formed and issued its manifesto. The movement's primary proponent is …, a noteable ….
"We must act now! The country is fit to be captured by the fascistas. We have the Comintern's support. Anything's possible with them." "You forget yourself. We may be for the workers, but the workers haven't given us their blessing." "Would every single lathe turner and brick layer matter? Half of them can't even find their way out of a pub! Now, or never!"
Integralist March in … BRZ_vargas.8 · dlc008
Integralists under … have marched in …, in response to a strike spurred by left-wing unrest. The march has left many wounded strikers in its wake.
The army of green-shirted marchers were alike in uncouth dignity with their European analogs. Chanting rhetoric in the streets was as common as their militant handwaving. The object of their ire today was a group of industrial strikers. The Integralists believed the striking workers were the government's greater foe. But no such promise of allegiance was ever guaranteed to them.
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