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'''{{PAGENAME}}''' is currently the President of | '''{{PAGENAME}}''' is a [[Confederate States of Floria|Florian]] politician currently serving as the [[President of Floria]]. He has been in office since the [[Floria presidential election, 1725|election]] in {{AN|1725}} and his premiership is mostly known for Floria's [[Raspur Pact]] [[Florian Referendum on Raspur Pact Membership|membership referendum]]. He is also Floria's first president post-"Floxit". Hutchinson is known for his traditional conservative views rejecting abortion and believing in traditional family values. Hutchinson eventually during his tenure also became an advocate to abolish the death penalty. Unlike his predecessors, Hutchinson had strong views on anti-war preferring diplomatic solutions over violence and as such gained popularity among the Florian people tired of conflict imposed by the Florian government. | ||
After a successful first term, Hutchinson became more conservative in his second term and made drastic reforms to education, drug use and abortion rights. | |||
==Life before presidency== | ==Life before presidency== | ||
Hutchinson was born into a family of lawyers in the central state of Pentucky. While he initially planned to pursue a career in law at university, he ultimately shifted his focus to finance after graduation. He went on to found Hutchinson & Co., which later became one of the leading private banks in Floria. | |||
==Presidency== | ==Presidency== | ||
===Early actions=== | ===Early actions=== | ||
Shortly | Shortly after the election in 1725, Hutchinson experienced immediate pressure as Floria prepared to vote on its Raspur Pact membership. During the referendum, Hutchinson maintained a neutral stance and affirmed that his plans for Floria would remain unchanged regardless of its membership status. | ||
Hutchinson, who opposed certain aspects of the death penalty, relaxed capital punishment laws for specific types of crimes. | |||
Following the departure from the Raspur Pact, Hutchinson promptly declared Floria non-aligned and pledged to refrain from engaging in large-scale conflicts. However, he also reaffirmed his commitment to maintaining its global military influence and protecting its territorial interests in the [[Norfolk Isles]] and [[Etourney]]. | |||
Controversially, Hutchinson proposed abolishing the 12-year terms of office and extending them to 24 years. This move effectively positioned Hutchinson to become the longest-serving President in Florian history. However, this proposal was blocked by the Supreme Court, prompting a significant shift in the rightward direction of Hutchinson’s administration. In response, Hutchinson introduced a radical change to his 1738 campaign slogan, "[[Floria First!]]", which significantly diminished party power and led to a surge in support for the SDP in the 1738 Presidential Election. | |||
===Second term=== | |||
Facing the growing popularity of the [[Social Democratic Party of Floria|SDP]], Hutchinson remained steadfast in his refusal to enter into new trade agreements with emerging nations. His newly implemented policies, as outlined in the "Floria First!" initiative, have been met with mixed reactions. | |||
The federal prohibition of cannabis enraged the young population, who perceived it as an infringement upon their fundamental rights. Cannabis had previously been enshrined in the [[Constitution of the Confederate States of Floria|Constitution]] as a legal right. While recruitment for the Florian Navy remained sluggish, the Air Force experienced a surge in popularity. | |||
Hutchinson also faced criticism for lack of public appearance but returned shortly after [[Shireroth]] declared victory in the [[Shiro-Benacian War]] in which Floria was vital for mediation. During his absence, Vice President Trueman Jr. appeared to be calling the shots on domestic policy suggesting Hutchinson had lost control of his administration. | |||
===Signing of Dorado and Zalae Convention=== | |||
==Political positions== | ==Political positions== | ||
===Foreign policy=== | ===Foreign policy=== | ||
Immediately after leaving the Raspur Pact, Hutchinson released a 5 point doctrine on foreign policy for Floria: | Immediately after leaving the Raspur Pact, Hutchinson released a 5 point doctrine on foreign policy for Floria: | ||
# Floria will abide intermicronational law and its fundamental principles. | # Floria will abide by intermicronational law and its fundamental principles. | ||
# Floria will remain unaligned as long as Hutchinson is in power. | # Floria will remain unaligned as long as Hutchinson is in power. | ||
# Floria will not seek confrontation with other nations. | # Floria will not seek confrontation with other nations. | ||
# Floria will protect its citizens wherever they are. | # Floria will protect its citizens wherever they are. | ||
# Floria will develop ties which were not explored during | # Floria will develop ties which were not explored during Floria's time in the [[Raspur Pact]]. | ||
[[Category:People]] | [[Category:People]] | ||
[[Category:Floria]] | [[Category:Floria]] | ||
Latest revision as of 11:46, 22 February 2025
| Michael Hutchinson | |
|---|---|
| |
| 8th President of Floria | |
| Incumbent | |
| Assumed office 1725 AN | |
| Vice President | Ronald Trueman Jr. |
| Preceded by | Isabelle Chopin |
| Born | Michael James Hutchinson 1670 Pentucky |
| Political party | United Party of the Republic |
| Alma mater | University of Pentucky |
| Occupation | Businessman, banker, politician |
Michael Hutchinson is a Florian politician currently serving as the President of Floria. He has been in office since the election in 1725 AN and his premiership is mostly known for Floria's Raspur Pact membership referendum. He is also Floria's first president post-"Floxit". Hutchinson is known for his traditional conservative views rejecting abortion and believing in traditional family values. Hutchinson eventually during his tenure also became an advocate to abolish the death penalty. Unlike his predecessors, Hutchinson had strong views on anti-war preferring diplomatic solutions over violence and as such gained popularity among the Florian people tired of conflict imposed by the Florian government.
After a successful first term, Hutchinson became more conservative in his second term and made drastic reforms to education, drug use and abortion rights.
Life before presidency
Hutchinson was born into a family of lawyers in the central state of Pentucky. While he initially planned to pursue a career in law at university, he ultimately shifted his focus to finance after graduation. He went on to found Hutchinson & Co., which later became one of the leading private banks in Floria.
Presidency
Early actions
Shortly after the election in 1725, Hutchinson experienced immediate pressure as Floria prepared to vote on its Raspur Pact membership. During the referendum, Hutchinson maintained a neutral stance and affirmed that his plans for Floria would remain unchanged regardless of its membership status.
Hutchinson, who opposed certain aspects of the death penalty, relaxed capital punishment laws for specific types of crimes.
Following the departure from the Raspur Pact, Hutchinson promptly declared Floria non-aligned and pledged to refrain from engaging in large-scale conflicts. However, he also reaffirmed his commitment to maintaining its global military influence and protecting its territorial interests in the Norfolk Isles and Etourney.
Controversially, Hutchinson proposed abolishing the 12-year terms of office and extending them to 24 years. This move effectively positioned Hutchinson to become the longest-serving President in Florian history. However, this proposal was blocked by the Supreme Court, prompting a significant shift in the rightward direction of Hutchinson’s administration. In response, Hutchinson introduced a radical change to his 1738 campaign slogan, "Floria First!", which significantly diminished party power and led to a surge in support for the SDP in the 1738 Presidential Election.
Second term
Facing the growing popularity of the SDP, Hutchinson remained steadfast in his refusal to enter into new trade agreements with emerging nations. His newly implemented policies, as outlined in the "Floria First!" initiative, have been met with mixed reactions.
The federal prohibition of cannabis enraged the young population, who perceived it as an infringement upon their fundamental rights. Cannabis had previously been enshrined in the Constitution as a legal right. While recruitment for the Florian Navy remained sluggish, the Air Force experienced a surge in popularity.
Hutchinson also faced criticism for lack of public appearance but returned shortly after Shireroth declared victory in the Shiro-Benacian War in which Floria was vital for mediation. During his absence, Vice President Trueman Jr. appeared to be calling the shots on domestic policy suggesting Hutchinson had lost control of his administration.
Signing of Dorado and Zalae Convention
Political positions
Foreign policy
Immediately after leaving the Raspur Pact, Hutchinson released a 5 point doctrine on foreign policy for Floria:
- Floria will abide by intermicronational law and its fundamental principles.
- Floria will remain unaligned as long as Hutchinson is in power.
- Floria will not seek confrontation with other nations.
- Floria will protect its citizens wherever they are.
- Floria will develop ties which were not explored during Floria's time in the Raspur Pact.
