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Text Chapter 988 Bipartisan Cooperation

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    Woodrow.  Wilson held a cup of coffee in his hand and stared at the man in front of him.  To Theodore.  Roosevelt, the president who led the United States out of the shadow of the failure in the Second Sino-American Pacific War, he admired very much.  However, as the presidential candidate nominated by the Democratic Party, he does not think that if he wins the White House, he will be better than Theodore.  Roosevelt did poorly.  Woodrow.  Wilson is a senior intellectual with a doctorate in philosophy. Before running for president, he served as the president of Princeton University and the governor of New Jersey. He also has a high status in American politics. This is why he will be promoted by the Democratic Party.  and the Republican race for president.  You know, the previous presidents were almost all from the Republican Party. The Democratic Party suffered a series of disastrous defeats in the previous presidential elections.

    This time, Woodrow.  Wilson had great confidence in defeating the Republican presidential candidate.  In fact, during President Taft's administration, the United States continued to expand its military and prepare for war, and people's lives became worse and worse. In addition, after the war began, the U.S. military suffered a disastrous defeat. This caused the Republican Party's support rate to drop a lot, and the Democratic Party's support rate has dropped a lot.  Almost the same.  More importantly, Theodore.  The internal fighting between Roosevelt and Taft dispersed the strength of the Republican Party a lot, which was very important to Woodrow.  It was a golden opportunity for Wilson and the entire Democratic Party.  Woodrow.  Wilson believed that if there were no other variables, he would defeat his opponent in this presidential election and become the next president of the United States, allowing the Democratic Party to win the White House again after a lapse of fourteen years.

    For Theodore.  The reason for Roosevelt's meeting with him was Woodrow.  Wilson could guess it too.  The current situation is very critical for the United States. In the Mexican battlefield, the U.S. military was defeated by China, and the situation became increasingly unfavorable.  Although General Davis has planned to retreat to Mexico City to organize a central defense line to resist the Chinese army's attack, no one can guarantee whether it can be defended.  The country was also in turmoil because of the disastrous defeat of the U.S. military and the Taft administration's deception of the people.

    Under such circumstances of internal and external troubles, Theodore.  Roosevelt appeared as the savior of the United States and the people. He wanted to drive Taft out of the White House and replace him as quickly as possible. This inevitably required the cooperation of the Democratic Party.  It's just the Democratic Party and Woodrow.  Wilson was obviously unwilling to let this opportunity pass easily.

    "Mr. Roosevelt, I am very familiar with the current situation in the United States. I also know that now is not the time for our two parties to fight. However, as the presidential candidate nominated by the Democratic Party, I also believe that if I can win and become the president of the United States, I will  He can also lead the United States out of trouble!" Woodrow.  Wilson put down the coffee cup in his hand and said firmly.

    Theodore.  Roosevelt's expression changed. He had known that Woodrow.  Wilson would not quit so easily, but he did not expect that the other party would be so determined.  However, he didn't give up.

    "Perhaps you don't know, Mr. Wilson, that I have reached an agreement with the big guys in the Republican Party, and the Progressive Party will be merged into the Republican Party. I will get the support of all the resources of the Republican Party to run for the next president. Mr. Wilson also  Do you think the Democrats have a chance of winning?" Theodore.  Roosevelt said with a smile.  This is undoubtedly his trump card. He himself has a strong influence in the United States. With the support of the Republican Party, the possibility of winning the election is indeed very high.

    Woodrow.  Wilson looked at Theodore in surprise.  Roosevelt, he did not expect that the Republican Party would abandon Taft in just one day. If the Republican Party and Theodore.  It would indeed be difficult to deal with Roosevelt if they joined forces.  Although he has a great influence in American politics, and Theodore.  Compared with Roosevelt, it seems somewhat inadequate.  You must know that Theodore before.  Roosevelt served as president for eight years and had a very strong influence on American politics and business and among the people.

    "I'm afraid it's too early to determine whether we can win. We won't know until after the election!" Woodrow.  Wilson said expressionlessly.

    "Mr. Wilson, I believe that the Democratic Party and you have the strength, but I think there is no need for us to waste time. If the Democratic Party can support me to become the President of the United States, I will nominate you as the vice president and hand over important positions in the cabinet to the Democrats.  I just need that after the new government is established, we can unite closely and defeat the Chinese. If we are defeated by China, everything will be over, and the struggle between our two parties will become a joke! I promise you that once  After defeating China, I will resign immediately and hand over the position of president to you!" Theodore.  Roosevelt looked at Woodrow.  Wilson said firmly.

    "What?" Woodrow.  Wilson looked at Theodore in surprise.  Roosevelt, I never thought he would say such a thing.  In American politics, the Republican Party and the Democratic Party have always taken turns in power. The two parties have different governing philosophies, but in order to win the votes of the people,, they will always find ways to please the people, which is also a good way to prevent the United States from falling into dictatorship.  And now Theodore.  Roosevelt actually proposed a coalition between the two parties. In this case, American politics would be completely dominated by them, and many people would definitely oppose it.  In addition, Theodore.  Roosevelt was willing to nominate him as vice president and hand over key cabinet positions to the Democrats, which also impressed Woodrow.  Wilson was surprised.  He already somewhat believed that Theodore.  Roosevelt did this for the United States, so that the United States could win this war.  If the United States is defeated or even destroyed, then everything will become empty talk.  As for Theodore.  Roosevelt promised to resign after the war and cede the position of president to him, which Woodrow.  Wilson had no doubts, considering Theodore.  Roosevelt's identity was not enough to deceive him on this.  However, I am afraid there will still be a long time between now and the war. Who can say clearly what will happen then?

    Woodrow.  Wilson had no intention of rejecting Theodore.  Roosevelt's good intentions, in his opinion, could only be achieved if he persisted with Theodore.  If Roosevelt competes, he may not necessarily win, and the chance of winning is very small.  If the Democratic Party and the Republican Party cooperate, they can gain a lot.  As long as they hold key positions in the cabinet, the Democratic Party's influence will greatly increase, and they may even implement a series of policies that are beneficial to the interest groups represented by the Democratic Party.  By then, the Democrats are likely to defeat the Republicans and lay the foundation for the next general election.  Of course, all of this assumes that the United States can defeat China.

    "Mr. Roosevelt, I am very interested in your suggestions. However, I need to know your more detailed plan so that I can discuss it with the big guys in the party!" Woodrow.  Wilson said.

    "Mr. Wilson, of course there is no problem. If I enter the White House, in addition to you becoming the Vice President, the Secretary of the Treasury, the Secretary of Justice, the Secretary of the Postal Service, the Secretary of Agriculture, and the Secretary of Commerce and Labor in the new government will all be held by Democrats.  !" Theodore.  Roosevelt said, then began to lay out his plan.

    But, Woodrow.  Wilson frowned, although, Theodore.  In Roosevelt's plan, the Democratic Party seemed to be able to hold several ministerial positions, but except for the Secretary of the Treasury, the others were insignificant.  Now in wartime, the positions of Secretary of War and Secretary of the Navy are the most critical.  In addition, the Secretary of State and the Secretary of the Interior are also very important, and the Democratic Party will obviously not give up these positions in vain.

    "Mr. Roosevelt, it seems that the sincerity of your Excellency and the Republican Party is not enough! If this is the case, I don't think we can convince the big bosses in the party!" Woodrow.  Wilson said.  Obviously, Theodore.  If Roosevelt wanted to use these insignificant positions to get rid of the Democratic Party, it would be impossible.

    "So, what do you mean?" Theodore.  Roosevelt asked.  The two started bargaining like businessmen.  In fact, there is no difference between politicians and businessmen at all. In many cases, they are even more sinister and vicious than businessmen!

    "The Secretary of Agriculture can be held by a Republican, but one of the positions of Secretary of War and Secretary of the Navy must belong to a Democrat!" Woodrow.  Wilson said.

    "Mr. Wilson, this is impossible. After the new government is established, all my energy will be devoted to the war with the Chinese, so I need to ensure absolute control of the army! And, you should also know that we have  There is no extra time to waste! Otherwise, the United States is likely to lose everything in this war!" Theodore.  Roosevelt said.

    Theodore.  Roosevelt served as Secretary of the Navy and had great influence in the U.S. Navy.  At the same time, his influence in the army is not small, at least General Pershing supports him.  In addition, many generals were promoted during the Republican administration. It is impossible for the Democratic Party to share control of the military with the Republican Party.

    "Mr. Roosevelt, I understand this, but I hope that the interests of the Democratic Party can be guaranteed. In this way, the Secretary of War and the Secretary of the Navy can be held by Republicans. However, the Secretary of State must be held by a Democrat!" Woodrow.  Wilson said.  As the Vice President, if he has the cooperation of the Secretary of State and several other Democratic cabinet members, he will be able to have a large say in the cabinet and even compete with the Republicans.

    Theodore.  Roosevelt only hesitated for a few seconds before a smile appeared on his face. He stretched out his right hand and said with a smile: "Mr. Wilson, happy to cooperate!"
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