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The New Alexandrian general election of 1739 was held from 7 to 9.XI.1739 AN to elect members of the Federal Assembly, resulting in a significant victory for the Federal Humanist Party (FHP) under Juan Pablo Jimenez, who secured 314 seats with 44.66% of the vote. The election marked the end of Marissa Santini's tenure as Premier, following a turbulent second term marked by multiple crises including the Recession of 1737, the East Keltian Collapse, and most notably, the Spring Crisis of 1739 attempted coup.
The incumbent Federal Consensus Party (FCP) suffered its largest electoral defeat in history, falling from 326 to 164 seats despite Santini's praised handling of the Spring Crisis and successful military reforms under Operation Clean Hands. The Alliance for a Just Nouvelle Alexandrie emerged as a significant force, with its constituent parties - including the Democratic Socialist Party (DSP), Wakara People's Party (WPP), and United for Alvelo (UfA) - winning a combined 175 seats.
The campaign was dominated by debates over national security, housing affordability, and refugee integration following the absorption of over 10 million Anahuacano and 100,000 Norse refugees. Jimenez's FHP ran an aggressive campaign promising increased defense spending and stricter refugee policies while carefully balancing support for constitutional order in the wake of the Spring Crisis. Santini's FCP emphasized stability and recovery, highlighting reduced inflation from 9.1% to 4.2%, though faced intense criticism over intelligence failures preceding the coup attempt and rising housing costs. The Alliance for a Just Nouvelle Alexandrie campaigned on expanding social housing programs and universal healthcare access, gaining significant support in urban areas and among younger voters. Notable campaign moments included heated televised debates over military funding and refugee policy, with Jimenez and Santini clashing particularly sharply over the government's handling of pre-coup intelligence. The Liberty and Prosperity Alliance's market-focused campaign resonated with affluent voters, while regional parties maintained strong local support through grassroots organizing.
Following the election, Jimenez formed a minority government through confidence and supply agreements with the Liberty and Prosperity Alliance (12 seats) and a group of independent deputies known as the Gang of 21, giving his government an effective working majority of 347 votes in the Federal Assembly. The election saw high turnout at 75.62%, reflecting heightened civic engagement following the Spring Crisis, with particularly strong participation in urban areas where cost of living issues and refugee integration had become decisive campaign factors.
Background
 New Alexandrian General Election, 1739 | ||||
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The New Alexandrian general election of 1739 took place against the backdrop of significant political and social upheaval, most notably the Spring Crisis of 1739, an attempted military coup by elements of the III Combined Arms Corps that was ultimately defeated by loyal military units, the King of Nouvelle Alexandrie, and civilian resistance. While Premier Marissa Santini's government initially received praise for its handling of the crisis, subsequent scrutiny focused on intelligence failures that had allowed the plot to develop.
Political Context
Premier Santini, who came to power in the historic election of 1729, ended the Federal Humanist Party's 15-year electoral dominance. Her tenure was characterized by diplomatic achievements, including the establishment of the Concord Alliance (CATO) and successful management of the refugee crisis during the East Keltian Collapse. However, domestic challenges, particularly a prolonged cost-of-living crisis, began to erode her popularity despite signs of broader economic recovery.
The Santini government operated as a minority administration, relying on issue-by-issue support from the Alliance for a Just Nouvelle Alexandrie (AJNA). This arrangement proved contentious, especially after the Federal Consensus Party (FCP) collaborated with the Liberty and Prosperity Alliance (LPA) on research and development legislation, straining relations with AJNA. Throughout her tenure, Santini faced significant challenges in passing budgets and emergency spending plans, often requiring delicate negotiations to secure support from either AJNA or, occasionally, the FHP. While this dynamic ensured the passage of transformative budgets delivering unprecedented investments in infrastructure, social services, defense, and healthcare, it also eroded Santini's political capital and left the FCP vulnerable to opposition attacks.
Party Dynamics
As the election approached, the Federal Humanist Party (FHP) had begun recovering from years of internal discord under the new leadership of Juan Pablo Jimenez and Daniela Obregon y Zarzuela in 1736 AN, though struggled to regain support among moderate and independent voters. AJNA, under Gabrielle Fitzgerald's leadership, successfully united the Democratic Socialist Party, Wakara People's Party, and United for Alvelo, gaining support from labor unions and the Nouveau Wave cultural movement. Meanwhile, the FCP worked to maintain its coalition while defending its record of compromise and pragmatic governance.
Monarchy and Democracy
A significant pro-democracy and pro-monarchy movement emerged following the Spring Crisis, with King Sinchi Roca II and Queen Adelaide of Natopia becoming symbols of national unity. The movement championed the monarchy as a stabilizing institution while advocating for stronger democratic safeguards. A notable public following developed around the royal couple, influencing political discourse and campaign rhetoric across party lines. While the broader movement focused on reinforcing democratic values and constitutional order, the increased prominence of the monarchy in public life sparked debates about its role in modern democratic governance.
Election Issues
The 1739 election centered primarily on economic concerns, particularly the ongoing cost-of-living crisis that continued to strain household budgets despite broader economic recovery. Housing affordability in major urban centers like Cárdenas, Punta Santiago, and Parap emerged as a critical issue. Military pension reform and veterans' support gained prominence following the Spring Crisis, while environmental policy divided parties along ideological lines. National defense modernization and budget allocation became contentious topics, with debates focusing on the balance between security needs and social service funding. Democratic reforms and constitutional reinforcement also featured prominently in campaign discussions, reflecting public concern about institutional stability following the attempted coup.
Electoral System
Elections in Nouvelle Alexandrie operate under the Federal Elections Act, 1700, which established nationwide standards for voter registration, electoral administration, and vote counting while preserving significant regional autonomy in implementation. The Federation employs proportional representation with regional constituencies corresponding to its twelve Regions. Each Region serves as a separate electoral district for allocating seats to the Federal Assembly.
The electoral system uses the Sainte-Laguë method for converting votes into seats, chosen for its tendency to produce more proportional results than alternative methods. Under this system, party vote totals are divided by sequential odd numbers (1, 3, 5, etc.) to determine seat allocation. A legal threshold of 2% of total votes in a Region is required for any party to gain representation, though independent candidates are exempt from this requirement.
Voting Eligibility and Registration
All New Alexandrian citizens aged 18 and older have the right to vote. While Regional governments maintain voter rolls and administer registration processes, the Federal Elections Act, 1700 sets uniform standards across the Federation. The Act mandates automatic registration upon turning 18 years of age and permits same-day registration at polling places with proper identification. Citizens must provide notice of address changes, and the law includes strong protections against discriminatory registration practices while establishing standardized identification requirements nationwide.
Regional election commissions handle voter registration databases but must synchronize with the Federal Elections Commission to prevent duplicate registrations and ensure accuracy. Citizens can register to vote or update their information at any government office, post office, or online through the Federal Elections Portal. The Federal Elections Commission maintains strict oversight of regional registration practices to ensure compliance with federal standards while preserving regional autonomy in implementation. Regions may exceed but not reduce these federal minimum requirements, leading some regions like Alduria and the Wechua Nation to implement additional measures such as automatic registration when applying for a driver's license or state identification card.
Seat Apportionment
The 689 seats in the Federal Assembly are distributed among the Regions based on population, with reapportionment occurring every five years. The current apportionment for the 1739 AN election reflects minor adjustments from the previous distribution:
| Region | 1734 AN Seats | 1739 AN Seats | Change |
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| Alduria | 148 | 148 |  0
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| Wechua Nation | 138 | 138 | 0
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| Santander | 92 | 91 | ▼ -1 |
| Valencia | 31 | 31 | 0
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| Federal Capital District | 2 | 2 | 0
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| North Lyrica | 60 | 61 | ▲ +1 |
| South Lyrica | 74 | 73 | ▼ -1 |
| Islas de la Libertad | 14 | 14 | 0
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| New Luthoria | 12 | 12 | 0
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| Isles of Caputia | 58 | 57 | ▼ -1 |
| Boriquén | 33 | 33 | 0
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| New Caputia | 28 | 28 | 0
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| Total | 689 | 689 | 0
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Voting Process
The New Alexandrian electoral system utilizes a dual ballot approach, with voters receiving both a Party List Ballot for selecting their preferred political party and an Independent Candidate Ballot for choosing non-affiliated candidates. This system allows voters to support both organized political movements and independent voices in the Federal Assembly. Polling stations operate from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM local time during designated election days, with the Federal Elections Commission mandating standardized voting equipment and procedures across all Regions. While these federal standards ensure consistency in the voting experience, local election boards retain significant discretion in polling place selection and staffing decisions to best serve their communities. Regional governments must provide adequate polling locations to ensure no voter travels more than 10 kilometers to cast their ballot, with additional mobile voting stations serving remote or isolated communities.
Vote Counting and Seat Allocation
The vote counting process begins immediately after polls close, with preliminary results typically announced within 24 hours. Election officials conduct the initial count at individual polling stations under the supervision of party representatives and independent observers. These results undergo verification and tabulation at the regional level, where electoral authorities apply the Sainte-Laguë formula to determine seat allocation. Only parties meeting the 2% threshold in a given Region qualify for seat distribution, with any remaining seats allocated to the highest-performing candidates, including independents. The Federal Elections Commission maintains strict oversight of this process and must certify final results within 72 hours of polls closing, barring extraordinary circumstances or legitimate challenges requiring investigation. Each Region's chief electoral officer must personally certify their results to the Federal Elections Commission, which then conducts a final review before announcing the official outcome. This multi-layered verification system ensures accuracy while maintaining public confidence in electoral results.
Government Formation
Following certification of results, if a party achieves an absolute majority (345 seats or more), its leader is traditionally invited by the King to form a government. In cases where no party holds a majority, negotiations between parties may lead to either coalition government between multiple parties or a Minority government with support agreements from other parties. The prospective President of the Government must secure approval from the Federal Assembly through a confidence vote before taking office.
Opinion Polling
Contesting Parties
Federal Consensus Party Campaign
The Federal Consensus Party's campaign under Premier Marissa Santini emphasized stability and recovery, highlighting the government's success in navigating multiple crises including the Spring Crisis of 1739, the Recession of 1737, and the East Keltian Collapse, as well as its ensuing refugee crisis. Santini's campaign slogan "Forward Together" focused on her administration's achievements in maintaining economic stability despite global headwinds. The FCP platform promised increased housing construction through public-private partnerships, continued support for refugee integration programs, and implementation of military reforms under Operation Clean Hands.
Campaign messaging emphasized Santini's decisive leadership during the Spring Crisis of 1739, though opposition parties criticized intelligence failures that allowed the plot to develop. The FCP's economic record proved contentious, with the party claiming credit for reducing inflation from 9.1% to 4.2% while opponents blamed government policies for the initial price increases. Santini conducted an energetic ground campaign, holding hundreds of town halls across all regions and emphasizing direct voter engagement.
The party faced particular challenges in traditional strongholds like Alduria and the Wechua Nation, where rising living costs had eroded support. To counter this, the FCP emphasized local infrastructure investments and promised additional housing developments in major urban centers.
Federal Humanist Party Campaign
The Federal Humanist Party under Juan Pablo Jimenez ran an aggressive campaign focused on national security, military modernization, and stricter refugee policies. The party's "Secure Future" platform promised a 15% increase in defense spending, expanded border security, and accelerated housing development through private sector incentives. Jimenez, a former military officer, emphasized the need for stronger security measures while carefully balancing support for constitutional order following the Spring Crisis of 1739.
The FHP's campaign effectively capitalized on public concerns about refugee integration and military preparedness without appearing to endorse the coup plotters' positions. Jimenez's military background lent credibility to the party's security proposals, while his moderate stance on social issues helped attract centrist voters. The party's economic platform centered on market-based solutions to the housing crisis, including tax incentives for developers and reduced regulations on construction.
Campaign events featured prominent military veterans and business leaders, with the party organizing "Security and Prosperity" forums in major cities. The FHP made significant inroads in suburban districts where concerns about refugee settlement and property values intersected. Their promise to implement a "controlled integration" policy for refugees while prioritizing housing for citizens resonated particularly well in the Isles of Caputia and North Lyrica.
Alliance for a Just Nouvelle Alexandrie
The Alliance for a Just Nouvelle Alexandrie emerged as a unified progressive force, coordinating campaigns between the Democratic Socialist Party, Wakara People's Party, and United for Alvelo. Under the leadership of Gabrielle Fitzgerald, the alliance promoted a comprehensive social democratic agenda emphasizing affordable housing, universal healthcare, and refugee rights. Their "Justice for All" platform proposed dramatic expansion of public housing programs, including innovative rent-to-own schemes for low-income families.
The Democratic Socialist Party spearheaded campaign efforts in urban centers and industrial regions. Fitzgerald's charismatic leadership style and emphasis on practical solutions helped broaden the party's appeal beyond its traditional base. The DSP particularly emphasized workplace democracy and labor rights, securing strong union support.
The Wakara People's Party maintained its strong presence in Boriquén while supporting alliance candidates elsewhere. Their campaign highlighted indigenous rights and environmental protection, with co-leaders Mayani Guacanagari and Beatriz Daguao conducting extensive grassroots organizing in traditional Wakara communities.
United for Alvelo, under Pablo Alvelo Nieves, focused on regional development and agricultural communities, particularly in Santander. Their campaign emphasized rural infrastructure investment and agricultural modernization while supporting the alliance's broader progressive agenda.
Liberty and Prosperity Alliance Campaign
The Liberty and Prosperity Alliance, led by Alejandro Vega, positioned itself as a fiscally conservative alternative to the major parties. Their campaign emphasized free market solutions to national challenges, advocating privatization of public services and deregulation of housing markets. The LPA's "Freedom Works" platform proposed dramatic reductions in government spending while promoting private sector solutions to refugee integration and housing shortages.
Despite limited resources compared to larger parties, the LPA conducted an effective targeted campaign focusing on affluent suburban districts and business communities. Vega's background in finance lent credibility to the party's economic proposals, though their support remained concentrated in specific demographic groups and regions.
Independent Candidates
Independent candidates played a significant role in the election, with 2,397 candidates contesting seats across all regions. Notable campaigns included former military officers advocating for defense reform, local community leaders focused on specific regional issues, and civic activists promoting democratic reforms following the Spring Crisis. Several prominent independents formed loose alliances around shared policy goals, though they maintained individual campaign operations.
Results
National
| Color | Political Party | Leader | Candidates | Votes | % of Votes | Elected | % of Seats | Gain/Loss |
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| Federal Humanist Party (FHP) | Juan Pablo Jimenez | 689 | 97,680,692 | 44.66% | 314 | 45.6% | ▲ +118 | |
| Federal Consensus Party (FCP) | Marissa Santini | 689 | 51,467,650 | 23.53% | 164 | 23.8% | ▼ -162 | |
| Democratic Socialist Party (DSP) | Gabrielle Fitzgerald | 689 | 40,854,635 | 18.68% | 127 | 18.4% | ▲ +65 | |
| United for Alvelo (UfA) | Pablo Alvelo Nieves | 123 | 8,349,022 | 3.82% | 28 | 4.1% | ▲ +3 | |
| Independent & Unaligned | No leader. | 2,397 | 8,412,210 | 3.85% | 24 | 3.5% | ▼ -32 | |
| Wakara People's Party (WPP) | 34 | 6,984,906 | 3.19% | 20 | 2.9% | ▼ -4 | ||
| Liberty and Prosperity Alliance (LPA) | Alejandro Vega | 689 | 4,984,127 | 2.28% | 12 | 1.7% | New Party. | |
| Total | 4,032 | 218,733,242 | 100% | 689 | 100% |
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| Turnout: | 75.62% | |||||||
Regional
Alduria
| Election Results in the Region of Alduria | ||||
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| Party | Votes | % of Votes | Deputies | Gain/Loss |
| Federal Humanist Party (FHP) | 20,844,267 | 45.83% | 68 | ▲ +23 |
| Democratic Socialist Party (DSP) | 10,621,239 | 23.35% | 35 | ▲ +35 |
| Federal Consensus Party (FCP) | 10,288,710 | 22.62% | 33 | ▼ -47 |
| Independent/Unaligned | 2,588,369 | 5.69% | 8 | ▼ -15 |
| Liberty and Prosperity Alliance (LPA) | 1,138,486 | 2.50% | 4 | ▲ +4 |
| Totals: 45,481,071 Votes, 148 Deputies | ||||
Wechua Nation
| Election Results in the Region of the Wechua Nation | ||||
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| Party | Votes | % of Votes | Deputies | Gain/Loss |
| Federal Humanist Party (FHP) | 19,055,378 | 44.93% | 62 | ▲ +29 |
| Democratic Socialist Party (DSP) | 10,615,863 | 25.03% | 35 | ▲ +18 |
| Federal Consensus Party (FCP) | 9,606,501 | 22.65% | 31 | ▼ -49 |
| Independent/Unaligned | 2,047,721 | 4.83% | 7 | ▼ -1 |
| Liberty and Prosperity Alliance (LPA) | 1,089,488 | 2.57% | 3 | ▲ +3 |
| Totals: 42,414,951 Votes, 138 Deputies | ||||
Santander
| Election Results in the Region of Santander | ||||
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| Party | Votes | % of Votes | Deputies | Gain/Loss |
| Federal Humanist Party (FHP) | 12,005,958 | 42.32% | 40 | ▲ +21 |
| United for Alvelo (UfA) | 7,669,858 | 27.04% | 26 | ▲ +3 |
| Federal Consensus Party (FCP) | 6,845,083 | 24.13% | 23 | ▼ -15 |
| Independent/Unaligned | 951,788 | 3.35% | 3 | ▼ -1 |
| Liberty and Prosperity Alliance (LPA) | 528,101 | 1.86% | 0 | 0
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| Democratic Socialist Party (DSP) | 368,711 | 1.30% | 0 | ▼ -7 |
| Totals: 28,369,499 Votes, 92 Deputies | ||||
Valencia
| Election Results in the Region of Valencia | ||||
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| Party | Votes | % of Votes | Deputies | Gain/Loss |
| Democratic Socialist Party (DSP) | 4,548,038 | 41.68% | 13 | ▲ +7 |
| Federal Consensus Party (FCP) | 3,430,914 | 31.45% | 10 | ▼ -5 |
| Federal Humanist Party (FHP) | 1,821,405 | 16.69% | 5 | ▼ -2 |
| United for Alvelo (UfA) | 679,164 | 6.22% | 2 | 0
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| Independent/Unaligned | 249,521 | 2.29% | 1 | 0
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| Liberty and Prosperity Alliance (LPA) | 181,470 | 1.66% | 0 | 0
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| Totals: 10,910,512 Votes, 31 Deputies | ||||
Federal Capital District
| Election Results in the Federal Capital District | ||||
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| Party | Votes | % of Votes | Deputies | Gain/Loss |
| Federal Consensus Party (FCP) | 295,250 | 47.60% | 1 | 0
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| Federal Humanist Party (FHP) | 198,035 | 31.93% | 1 | ▲ +1 |
| Democratic Socialist Party (DSP) | 93,700 | 15.11% | 0 | 0
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| Liberty and Prosperity Alliance (LPA) | 27,644 | 4.46% | 0 | 0
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| Independent/Unaligned | 5,587 | 0.90% | 0 | ▼ -1 |
| Totals: 620,216 Votes, 2 Deputies | ||||
Isles of Caputia
| Election Results in the Region of Isles of Caputia | ||||
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| Party | Votes | % of Votes | Deputies | Gain/Loss |
| Federal Humanist Party (FHP) | 13,200,732 | 67.34% | 39 | ▲ +10 |
| Federal Consensus Party (FCP) | 3,854,256 | 19.66% | 12 | ▼ -16 |
| Democratic Socialist Party (DSP) | 1,755,118 | 8.95% | 5 | ▲ +5 |
| Liberty and Prosperity Alliance (LPA) | 439,097 | 2.24% | 1 | ▲ +1 |
| Independent/Unaligned | 354,725 | 1.81% | 0 | ▼ -1 |
| Totals: 19,603,928 Votes, 57 Deputies | ||||
New Luthoria
| Election Results in the Region of New Luthoria | ||||
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| Party | Votes | % of Votes | Deputies | Gain/Loss |
| Democratic Socialist Party (DSP) | 1,478,266 | 34.48% | 4 | ▲ +3 |
| Federal Consensus Party (FCP) | 1,339,982 | 31.25% | 4 | ▼ -3 |
| Federal Humanist Party (FHP) | 1,285,570 | 29.98% | 4 | 0
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| Independent/Unaligned | 116,367 | 2.71% | 0 | 0
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| Liberty and Prosperity Alliance (LPA) | 67,330 | 1.57% | 0 | 0
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| Totals: 4,287,515 Votes, 12 Deputies | ||||
North Lyrica
| Election Results in the Region of North Lyrica | ||||
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| Party | Votes | % of Votes | Deputies | Gain/Loss |
| Federal Humanist Party (FHP) | 13,707,603 | 75.87% | 46 | ▲ +18 |
| Federal Consensus Party (FCP) | 1,846,229 | 10.22% | 6 | ▼ -16 |
| Democratic Socialist Party (DSP) | 1,446,188 | 8.00% | 5 | ▲ +5 |
| Liberty and Prosperity Alliance (LPA) | 767,191 | 4.25% | 3 | ▲ +3 |
| Independent/Unaligned | 300,152 | 1.66% | 0 | ▼ -11 |
| Totals: 18,067,363 Votes, 60 Deputies | ||||
South Lyrica
| Election Results in the Region of South Lyrica | ||||
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| Party | Votes | % of Votes | Deputies | Gain/Loss |
| Democratic Socialist Party (DSP) | 7,893,641 | 32.56% | 24 | ▲ +2 |
| Federal Humanist Party (FHP) | 7,580,975 | 31.27% | 23 | ▲ +8 |
| Federal Consensus Party (FCP) | 7,314,137 | 30.17% | 23 | ▼ -10 |
| Independent/Unaligned | 1,129,518 | 4.66% | 4 | ▲ +1 |
| Liberty and Prosperity Alliance (LPA) | 321,995 | 1.33% | 0 | 0
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| Totals: 24,240,266 Votes, 74 Deputies | ||||
Islas de la Libertad
| Election Results in the Region of Islas de la Libertad | ||||
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| Party | Votes | % of Votes | Deputies | Gain/Loss |
| Federal Consensus Party (FCP) | 2,056,965 | 42.17% | 6 | ▼ -2 |
| Federal Humanist Party (FHP) | 1,843,064 | 37.79% | 5 | ▲ +2 |
| Democratic Socialist Party (DSP) | 655,118 | 13.43% | 2 | ▼ -2 |
| Wakara People's Party (WPP) | - | 0.00% | - | - |
| United for Alvelo (UfA) | - | 0.00% | - | - |
| Liberty and Prosperity Alliance (LPA) | 67,515 | 1.38% | - | - |
| Independent/Unaligned | 254,666 | 5.22% | 1 | ▲ +1 |
| Totals: 4,877,328 Votes, 14 Deputies | ||||
Boriquén
| Election Results in the Region of Boriquén | ||||
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| Party | Votes | % of Votes | Deputies | Gain/Loss |
| Wakara People's Party (WPP) | 6,984,906 | 59.41% | 20 | ▼ -4 |
| Federal Consensus Party (FCP) | 1,984,209 | 16.88% | 6 | ▼ -2 |
| Federal Humanist Party (FHP) | 1,459,351 | 12.41% | 4 | ▼ -3 |
| Democratic Socialist Party (DSP) | 1,010,396 | 8.59% | 3 |
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| Liberty and Prosperity Alliance (LPA) | 101,078 | 0.86% | - | - |
| Independent/Unaligned | 218,045 | 1.85% | - |
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| United for Alvelo (UfA) | - | 0.00% | - | - |
| Totals: 11,757,985 Votes, 33 Deputies | ||||
New Caputia
| Election Results in the Region of New Caputia | ||||
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| Party | Votes | % of Votes | Deputies | Gain/Loss |
| Federal Humanist Party (FHP) | 4,678,354 | 57.74% | 17 | ▲ +5 |
| Federal Consensus Party (FCP) | 2,605,414 | 32.16% | 9 | ▼ -3 |
| Democratic Socialist Party (DSP) | 368,357 | 4.55% | 1 | ▲ +1 |
| Liberty and Prosperity Alliance (LPA) | 254,732 | 3.14% | 1 | - |
| Independent/Unaligned | 195,751 | 2.42% | - | - |
| Wakara People's Party (WPP) | - | 0.00% | - | - |
| United for Alvelo (UfA) | - | 0.00% | - | - |
| Totals: 8,102,608 Votes, 28 Deputies | ||||
Analysis
The 1739 election marked a significant realignment in New Alexandrian politics, with the Federal Humanist Party returning to power after being the Official Opposition for 10 years. The FHP's victory, winning 314 seats and 44.66% of the vote, represented both a rejection of the Santini government's handling of multiple crises and an embrace of the FHP's promises of enhanced security and economic stability. The election notably saw much improved voter turnout from 1723 AN, with 75.62% of eligible voters participating, reflecting heightened political engagement following the Spring Crisis of 1739.
The Federal Consensus Party's dramatic fall from 326 to 164 seats marked the largest loss of seats in its history. This collapse was particularly pronounced in traditional strongholds - the party lost 47 seats in Alduria and 49 in the Wechua Nation. Analysis of voting patterns suggests the FCP's support eroded most significantly in suburban districts where housing costs and refugee integration concerns intersected. The party retained stronger support in urban centers where its infrastructure investments and social programs had the most visible impact.
The Alliance for a Just Nouvelle Alexandrie emerged as the primary opposition force, with its constituent parties securing a combined 175 seats. The Democratic Socialist Party of Nouvelle Alexandrie's growth from 62 to 127 seats reflected increasing support for progressive policies, particularly in urban areas and regions most affected by the housing crisis. The Alliance's success in unifying left-wing voters while maintaining distinct regional identities through the Wakara People's Party and United for Alvelo proved particularly effective in translating votes into seats.
Regional voting patterns revealed distinct geographical dynamics. The FHP dominated in the Isles of Caputia (67.34%) and North Lyrica (75.87%), regions where security concerns and refugee issues featured prominently in campaign debates. Conversely, the DSP showed strongest in Valencia (41.68%) and South Lyrica (32.56%), areas with strong labor union presence and progressive traditions. The Wakara People's Party maintained its base in Boriquén despite losing four seats, while United for Alvelo expanded its presence in Santander.
The Liberty and Prosperity Alliance's modest showing of 12 seats belied its potential importance as a swing vote in the new Federal Assembly. The party's concentrated support in affluent districts and among business communities positioned it as a potentially crucial partner for the FHP's minority government. Independent candidates, winning 24 seats, demonstrated the continuing importance of personality-driven politics in certain regions, particularly in South Lyrica where they secured four seats.
Demographic analysis revealed significant generational divides in voting patterns. Exit polling showed voters under 35 favored the Alliance for a Just Nouvelle Alexandrie by a significant margin (38%), while voters over 55 strongly supported the FHP (52%). Middle-class suburban voters, who had largely supported the FCP in 1734 AN, shifted dramatically toward the FHP, particularly in regions with high refugee populations.
The election's outcome suggested a broader shift in New Alexandrian political dynamics, with security and economic stability overtaking traditional left-right divisions as primary voter concerns. The FHP's success in combining promises of military modernization with market-based solutions to social issues created a new template for conservative governance, while the Alliance's unified progressive platform established a clear alternative vision for the country's future.
Aftermath
Following the announcement of final results, Juan Pablo Jimenez began immediate negotiations with both the Liberty and Prosperity Alliance (LPA) and independent deputies to form a minority government. On 12.XI.1739 AN, Jimenez announced he had secured a confidence and supply agreement that would give his government an effective working majority of 347 votes in the Federal Assembly through the support of the LPA's 12 deputies and 21 independent Deputies, known as the Gang of 21.
The arrangement, formalized in the "Agreement for Stable Governance," committed the FHP to specific policy concessions including market-based housing reforms, increased defense spending, and fiscal conservatism in exchange for support on confidence votes and budgets. Independent deputies secured commitments for increased regional infrastructure investment and parliamentary reforms strengthening oversight powers.
Marissa Santini stepped down as leader of the Federal Consensus Party on 10.XI.1739 AN, triggering a leadership contest. The FCP's dramatic fall from 326 to 164 seats marked the largest loss of seats by the FCP in its history, leading to intense internal debate about the party's future direction.
The Alliance for a Just Nouvelle Alexandrie, despite not entering government, emerged strengthened as the primary opposition force with 175 seats. Alliance leader Gabrielle Fitzgerald announced the formation of a "Progressive Shadow Cabinet" on 15.XI.1739 AN, with the DSP, WPP, and UfA coordinating their parliamentary opposition strategy.
