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|fullname = The {{PAGENAME}}
|+ style="font-size:130%;" | '''Floria First! (1762)'''
|commonname = Confederate States of Floria
|-
|flag = File:Floria war flag.png
! colspan="2" | Political movement
|coa= File:Florian new COA.png
|-
|coawidth= 105px
! Leader
|motto = "Peace through strength and peace through song"
| [[Rachael Halpburg]]
|anthem = [[media:Eternal Star of Unity.mp3|Eternal Star of Unity]]  
|-
|map = File:FLO 1707.png
! Established
|mapversions = ''Present''
| 1762 [[AN]]
|capital = [[Northcliff]]
|-
|largecity = Northcliff
! Predecessors
|lang = *<abbr title=Chinese pinyin> [[New Florian]]</abbr>;
| [[Floria First!]] (1738)<br>[[Floria First! (1750)]]
<abbr title=English>Istvanistani</abbr>
|-
*<abbr title=French>Alexandrian</abbr>;
! Affiliation
|religion = Widely practiced:
| [[United Party of the Republic]] (UPR)
*[[Church of Floria]]
|-
*[[Church of the Holy Lance]]
! Headquarters
|drives_on = Right
| [[Dragonmoor]], [[Southland]]
|demnoun = Florian
|-
|demadj = Florian
! Political position
|govtype = Federal presidential republic
| Right-wing to far-right
|headofstatetitle = [[President of Floria|President]]
|-
|headofstate = [[Ronald Trueman Jr.]]
! Ideology
|headofgovernmenttitle =  
|
|headofgovernment =  
* [[Florian nationalism]]
|legislature = The [[Confederate States of Floria Congress]]
* [[Right-wing populism]]
|estdate = {{AN|1647}}.13
* [[National conservatism]]
|agerank = NA
* [[Economic nationalism]]
|area = 5,058,144 Km2
* [[Protectionism]]
|arearank =  
* [[Authoritarian conservatism]]
|pop = 189,130,000 ({{AN|1760}})
* [[Non-interventionism]]
|activepop = 1 citizen
|-
|poprank = 7th
! Key figures
|currency = Florian Dollar ($)
|
|abbrev = [[FMF abbreviation|FLO]]
* [[Rachael Halpburg]]
|timezone = CMT-2 to 0
* [[Ronald Trueman Jr.]]
|site = GOV.FLO
|-
|forum = [https://discord.com/channels/947813391160971294/947813391160971297 Official Discord]
! Political opponent
|animal = Bear
| [[Social Democratic Party of Floria]]
}}
|-
! Slogan
| '''Floria First!'''<br>''Strength. Security. Sovereignty.''
|-
! Status
| Active
|}
 
'''Floria First!''', also known as the '''Halpburg movement''', is a [[Florian nationalism|Florian nationalist]], [[right-wing populism|right-wing populist]] and [[national conservatism|national conservative]] political movement associated with the [[United Party of the Republic]] (UPR). Led by [[Vice President of Floria|Vice President]] [[Rachael Halpburg]], the movement represents the dominant nationalist-populist tendency within the governing UPR and advocates the prioritisation of Florian sovereignty, domestic industry, border security, traditional social values and national military strength.
 
The movement emerged in its contemporary form during the early 1760s as a continuation and ideological development of the earlier [[Floria First!]] campaigns associated with President [[Michael Hutchinson]] and [[Ronald Trueman Jr.]]. Although retaining the slogan and several central policies of its predecessors, the 1762 movement is identified with Halpburg, whose political influence had expanded following her leadership of the [[Eastern Recovery Commission]] in the aftermath of the [[Second Florian Civil War]] and her vice presidency.
 
Unlike its earlier incarnations, which were primarily organised around presidential election campaigns, the 1762 movement sought to establish Floria First as a permanent political philosophy, grassroots organisation and governing faction within the UPR. It combined nationalist economic intervention with conservative social policies, a powerful federal executive and opposition to foreign interference in Florian domestic affairs.
 
Halpburg's prominence distinguished the movement from earlier forms of Trumanism. While President Trueman Jr. remained an important political ally and symbol of UPR continuity, Halpburg served as the movement's principal organiser, ideological spokesperson and prospective presidential successor.
 
The movement's supporters have described its objectives as the preservation of Florian independence and the restoration of national cohesion following decades of military conflicts, political instability and territorial expansion. Critics, including members of the opposition [[Social Democratic Party of Floria]] (SDP), have characterised the movement as increasingly authoritarian, arguing that its emphasis on national unity, executive authority and restrictive social policy threatens the country's democratic institutions.
 
==Background==
===Origins of Floria First===
The political principles associated with Floria First predate the establishment of the 1762 movement.
 
Nationalist and sovereigntist politics have been a significant part of Floria since the War of Lost Brothers, which profoundly affected the development of the Florian state due to foreign occupation, military conflict, and political fragmentation.
 
Following the re-establishment of Florian sovereignty in the 17th century, successive conservative administrations prioritised national independence, military expansion, and economic self-sufficiency as fundamental objectives for the republic.
 
The administration of Ronald Trueman, beginning in 1695, significantly contributed to the development of Florian economic nationalism and territorial expansionism. His government pursued military enlargement, increased central authority, and policies aimed at consolidating Florian control over disputed territories.
 
However, the annexation of Port Balaine and subsequent international sanctions highlighted the economic and political risks associated with an aggressively expansionist foreign policy. Trueman was defeated in the 1707 presidential election by Nick Borisov.
 
Over the next decades, the UPR faced ideological divisions between traditional conservatives, economically liberal politicians, and more radical nationalists.
 
The presidency of Isabelle Chopin further influenced the nationalist right, although her administration became widely associated with political repression, international isolation, and the controversial military campaign against [[Ostland]].
 
===Floxit and the Hutchinson revival===
The successful [[Floxit]] referendum in 1727 AN represented a major turning point in the development of modern Florian nationalism.
 
The withdrawal of Floria from the [[Raspur Pact]] was supported by politicians who argued that international military obligations had compromised the country's sovereignty and diverted resources away from domestic priorities.
 
President [[Michael Hutchinson]] subsequently adopted the Floria First slogan during his campaign for a second presidential term.
 
The Hutchinson campaign promoted protectionism, restrictive immigration policies, military independence, educational decentralisation and opposition to unnecessary foreign intervention.
 
The campaign was successful in the 1738 presidential election, reinforcing the electoral appeal of economic nationalism and anti-globalist policies within the UPR.
 
However, Floria First at this stage remained primarily a presidential campaigning identity rather than a separately organised ideological faction.
 
===The Second Florian Civil War===
The [[Second Florian Civil War]] of 1744–1745 fundamentally transformed Florian domestic politics.
 
The conflict revealed weaknesses in federal intelligence coordination, military preparedness, and the political integration of Eastern Florida.
 
The destruction of infrastructure, disruption of industry, and displacement of civilians created substantial reconstruction requirements, particularly in [[Mesoun]], [[Outer Mesoun]], and [[Sri Alba]].
 
Furthermore, the conflict strengthened political support for national security legislation, stronger federal institutions, and policies aimed at preventing renewed separatist violence.
 
These conditions created the political environment in which Rachael Halpburg would become increasingly influential.
 
===The 1750 revival===
The Floria First movement, revived in 1747 under Ronald Trueman Jr.’s leadership and influenced by the earlier Trumanist political tradition, emphasised nationalism, economic protectionism, traditional family values, strict immigration enforcement, and the preservation of Florian territorial integrity in its electoral programme.
 
Halpburg, who had become Vice President in 1744, became an increasingly prominent representative of the administration.
 
By the beginning of the 1760s, the political emphasis of Floria First had shifted from post-war political mobilisation towards questions of long-term economic development, constitutional authority, and succession within the UPR.
 
==Formation of the 1762 movement==
===Halpburg's political ascendancy===
Rachael Halpburg became the central figure in the contemporary Floria First movement after her growing prominence in the Trueman administration.
 
Born in Eastham, Southern Ontario, Halpburg developed her political career through the UPR’s nationalist and conservative organisations before entering senior government.
 
Her administrative reputation was established through her leadership of the Eastern Recovery Commission, which coordinated reconstruction and economic development following the Second Florian Civil War.
 
Halpburg’s reconstruction programme combined private-sector investment, industrial incentives, infrastructure development, and stronger federal supervision of politically unstable regions.
 
Initially, her approach attracted criticism for its economic severity, centralisation of administrative authority, and the role of security agencies in reconstruction.
 
Despite this, the programme contributed to her emergence as a prominent national political figure.
 
Halpburg’s political reputation increasingly rested on her combination of administrative discipline, national conservatism, and willingness to employ state power in pursuit of economic and security objectives.
 
Her supporters frequently referred to her as the ‘Iron Lady’, a nickname associated with her uncompromising political style.
 
===Ideological reorganisation===
 
During 1762 AN, Halpburg and her supporters sought to develop Floria First beyond its original electoral function.
 
The movement increasingly presented itself as a national political programme rather than simply an expression of loyalty to the incumbent president.
 
Its principal objectives were to consolidate the nationalist-populist wing of the UPR, strengthen support for Halpburg's policy positions and establish a coherent programme for the period following the Trueman presidency.
 
The movement retained the traditional Floria First slogan while introducing greater emphasis on economic sovereignty, strategic industrial investment, national security and federal administrative coordination.
 
Halpburg's leadership also altered the movement's economic character. Whereas earlier conservative factions had often preferred extensive deregulation and limited state intervention, the 1762 movement accepted a more active federal role in protecting strategically important domestic industries.
 
This position became known among supporters as the doctrine of '''Florian economic sovereignty'''.
 
===Relationship with Ronald Trueman Jr.===
 
The movement remained aligned with President [[Ronald Trueman Jr.]] and the broader UPR administration.
 
However, the distinction between the president and the movement's leadership became increasingly apparent.
 
Trueman Jr. represented the continuation of the governing nationalist tradition associated with his family and the post-war UPR.
 
Halpburg, by comparison, sought to establish a more comprehensive ideological and administrative framework that could outlast the incumbent presidency.
 
The movement therefore operated simultaneously as a pro-government political faction and a vehicle for Halpburg's anticipated presidential succession in 1768 AN.
 
Although disagreements existed between supporters of the two politicians, the movement did not formally advocate a challenge to Trueman Jr.'s presidency in 1762.
 
==Ideology==
The Floria First movement, which emerged in the 1760s, is generally situated on the nationalist right of the Florian political spectrum.
 
Its ideology combines Florian nationalism, economic protectionism, conservative social policy, populist rhetoric, and a strong conception of federal executive authority.
 
The movement believes that national sovereignty cannot be sustained solely through military independence but also requires control over strategic industries, financial institutions, infrastructure, and domestic security.
 
Its supporters reject the notion that unrestricted international economic integration necessarily benefits Floria. Instead, they argue that trade, investment, and diplomatic relations should be evaluated primarily based on their contribution to national prosperity and security.
 
===Florian nationalism===
 
Florian nationalism forms the central ideological principle of the movement.
 
Halpburg has argued that the Confederate States must preserve a common national identity capable of uniting its thirteen states and overseas territories.
 
The movement supports the symbols, historical traditions and constitutional institutions of Floria while opposing separatist movements that seek to divide the republic.
 
Particular importance is attached to the War of Lost Brothers, Floxit and the Second Florian Civil War, which movement supporters regard as defining struggles for sovereignty and national cohesion.
 
The movement also promotes patriotic education, national commemorations and the use of Florian cultural institutions to reinforce shared identity.
 
Its interpretation of national unity has nevertheless attracted criticism from regional political organisations, which argue that federal nationalism can undermine established local identities.
 
===Right-wing populism===
 
Floria First employs populist political rhetoric contrasting ordinary Florian citizens with political elites, foreign interests and institutions perceived as unaccountable.
 
The movement has criticised multinational corporations, foreign financial institutions and international organisations that it believes exercise excessive influence over national policymaking.
 
Halpburg has also criticised established political figures who, in her view, prioritise diplomatic reputation and international cooperation over domestic economic development.
 
Unlike movements advocating the wholesale dismantling of government institutions, Floria First supports a powerful federal state capable of implementing nationalist policy.
 
This combination of anti-establishment language and support for centralised executive authority has become a defining feature of the Halpburg movement.
 
===National conservatism===
 
The movement supports traditional social institutions, religious communities and conservative interpretations of family life.
 
It opposes several progressive social reforms and advocates greater emphasis on parental authority, patriotic education and religious freedom for established Florian religious institutions.
 
The [[Church of Floria]] and [[Church of the Holy Lance]] remain important influences upon sections of the movement, although Floria First is not formally a religious political organisation.


The '''Confederate States of Floria''', commonly known as '''Floria''', is a nation in Central Southern Apollonia. Its thirteen states and three territories have a total population of over  150 million people in an area of  5,058,144 Km2 stretching from its eastern border with Shireroth to the border with Çakaristan in the north and east. To the south, Floria borders the North Raynor Sea and the Gulf of Esgality. The capital of Floria is [[Northcliff]], with other significant metropolitan areas including [[Oldhaven]], [[Dragonmoor]], [[Newmarsh]], and [[Stonehall]].
Social conservatism is particularly prominent among the movement's Nazarene supporters.


As a whole, the Confederate States is densely populated and most of the land in Floria is either dominated by tropical rainforest or desert, particularly in the country's northern parts. Its population is highly urbanised with 85% of its inhabitants living in large or medium-sized cities. Despite this Floria is the fourth largest nation by population in Apollonia and 8th globally by that measure.
===Authoritarian conservatism===
Before the inhabitation of the modern-day Florian, the area of what now is the {{PAGENAME}} was inhabited by ethnic Jingdaoese however, these Jingdaoese aboriginals were eventually driven out of the area and returned to the mainland. In the 1650s Floria was responsible for a [[War of Lost Brothers|devastating global conflict]] after an alleged hired assassination of Nikolaj I of Coria eventually triggering an all-out war between the [[USSO]] and [[SANE]]. This left Floria in devastating ruin and with heavy sanctions. However, it soon recovered and has since become a global financial hotbed.


The Confederate States of Floria is a federal republic. Previously a parliamentary republic, its citizens 'elect' both the President and Congress annually, according to the calendar of 12 AN years. Officially trilingual at the federal level, Floria ranks highly in international metrics for civil liberties, quality of life, economic freedom, and education.  
Halpburg's political philosophy places considerable emphasis on executive leadership, administrative discipline and domestic security.


Floria is known for its multicultural and ethnically diverse population and maintains a nuanced relationship with its neighbour, Shireroth. The national government operates as a presidential constitutional federal republic and liberal democracy, structured with three distinct branches: legislative, executive, and judicial. The legislative branch consists of a bicameral system with the House of Representatives, which allocates seats based on population, and the Senate, offering equal representation for each state.  
The movement argues that national emergencies, separatist violence and foreign interference require strong federal institutions capable of acting decisively.


Since 1695, the political landscape has been dominated by the Social Democratic and United Republican parties.  
It supports expanded intelligence coordination, stricter law enforcement and enhanced federal authority over matters considered essential to national security.


A highly developed and potential Superpower on Micras, the Confederate States has a high GDP per capita and a large and advanced economy with one of the strongest currencies in the world. It offers healthy levels of social security and a universal health care system, environmental protection, and free university education. The {{PAGENAME}}, then known as the Florian Republic were former members of the [[Apollonian and Euran Economic Union]], the [[Raspur Pact]] and [[USSO]] before withdrawing from the three organisations.
Critics have argued that such policies risk eroding constitutional checks and balances, particularly when combined with proposals for increased oversight of political organisations and digital communications.
==History==
===Jingdaoese Period===
===Establishment===
Following Jingdao’s evacuation of the majority of modern-day territory, Floria emerged. The Florian people, who coexisted with the Jing who remained behind, opted for unity after observing the advantages of combined settlements over autonomous ones, a practice prevalent in previous decades. Subsequently, they expanded southward, reaching the southern coast and establishing the city of Blythe. Their expansion also extended eastward. However, this transition was not without challenges. Notably, shortly after the establishment of the new government, the Jing-dominated region of Xhusor rebelled, sparking the Xhusor War.


===Shirerithian era ===
Supporters maintain that strong executive government is compatible with constitutional institutions provided that political authority remains grounded in federal law.
Floria was a Shirerithian protectorate, known as the Florian Republic, from 1653 to 1656. The Florian Republic became a Shirerithian protectorate after Shirerithian diplomats persuaded then-president Edwin Farrar to have the Florian Republic withdraw from the Union of States around the Sovereign Oceans (USSO) and join the Shirerithian sphere of influence. Following Farrar’s loss of the presidency, his successor, Džesika Jovanović-Smičić, aligned with Jingdao, triggering Article 3.2 of the Florian association treaty, which resulted in the Florian exit from Shireroth in early 1656.


During the protectorate, the Shirerithian government was represented by a powerful Imperial High Commission in Northcliff, headed by Juana Beazcoetxea (later known as Viscountess Dragonmoor). The Imperial High Commission had its own courts, police force, and other administrative functions. Shirerithian control extended to the Florian Security Forces, the Provisional Court of Justice of the Florian Republic, the Florian Revenue Authority, and the Chamber of Prosecutors in the Florian Republic. The Shirerithian government had the intention of integrating Floria into the Shirerithian imperial republic. To this end, the president of Floria was also ex officio a member of the Landsraad. Notably, Džesika Jovanović-Smičić, Floria’s president, even stood for election as Steward of Shireroth in 1654 but was defeated by Waldemar Zinkgraven.
==Political platform==


Following the conclusion of the War of Lost Brothers, the southernmost region of the protectorate was voluntarily ceded to Natopia in accordance with the wishes of the local populace. This territory subsequently became known as the Florian Free State.
===Economic policy===


===Emergence of power and the War of Lost Brothers===
The economic programme of the 1762 movement is based upon protectionism, economic nationalism and selective state intervention.
The [[War of Jingdaoese Immolation]] led to a significant military buildup among major Micrasian powers, particularly in naval and aerial warfare. Jingdao and Shireroth expanded their fleets, though both faced limitations due to budget constraints and shifting military priorities. Emerging powers like Coria the Florian Republic (as it was then known at the time) sought to establish their own naval capabilities but also relying on Shirerithian assistance.


The Florian Republic, once aligned with the USSO, shifted towards Shireroth after feeling abandoned during the Xhusovo conflict. This realignment alarmed [[Jingdao]], which, alongside [[Coria]] and [[Krasnarus]], perceived Shirerithian influence in Eastern Apollonia as a direct threat, further escalating geopolitical rivalries.
Halpburg argues that Floria's prosperity depends upon the strength of domestic industry rather than reliance upon foreign investment or imported manufactured goods.


The alleged assassination of [[Nikolaj I]] of Coria on 9.X.1653 AN in [[Astaronia]] triggered a major political crisis. The Corian king was killed by a long-range sniper, later identified as "Stronk," an alleged agent from the Florian autonomous region of [[Srbozemlje]]. Speculation arose that the Florian Secret Intelligence orchestrated the assassination to prevent Corian expansion and potential interference in Srbozemlje’s status. The assassination led to widespread grief and outrage in Coria, pushing its leadership into a strategic alliance with Krasnarus, further intensifying regional tensions amid rising hostilities between Shireroth, Jingdao, and their respective allies.
The movement advocates the use of tariffs, industrial subsidies and preferential government procurement to protect strategic sectors.


The aftermath of Nikolaj I's assassination saw escalating tensions in Coria, with anti-Florian riots spreading to Krasnarus. Calls for war grew, driven by nationalist and industrial interests. In Jingdao, initial caution gave way to widespread mobilization after public outrage framed the assassination as a Shirerithian plot. Meanwhile, Shireroth’s Apollonia Command launched a controversial twelve-day campaign against neutral Xhusor, further inflaming tensions. On 4.I.1654 AN, Jingdao issued the [[Juichi Tsuki Ultimatumm]] to Floria, demanding severe concessions, including border demilitarization and heavy reparations. While the Florian government accepted most terms, they rejected a key article that would strip them of coastal access, further deepening the crisis.
Defence manufacturing, energy production, heavy industry, shipbuilding and advanced technology are identified as industries of particular national importance.


[[File:Northcliff conquered.png|thumb|250px|The 'liberation' of Northcliff by Jingdaoese soldiers]]
The movement also supports targeted tax reductions for businesses that expand domestic production and employment.
The Florian Campaign in the War of Lost Brothers was a complex conflict triggered by the occupation of [[Xhusovo]] by [[Jingdao]], leading to a series of rapid political and military shifts within Floria. The Florian government, initially aligned with [[Shireroth]], sought peace with [[Jingdao]], prompting a rupture with its former ally. Amid escalating tensions, Shireroth launched preemptive strikes, while internal divisions led to a failed coup attempt. Jingdaoese forces ultimately captured [[Northcliff]] after intense fighting, while Floria descended into chaos with shifting allegiances and guerrilla warfare. Efforts to stabilize the region, including a brief armistice and territorial concessions to [[Natopia]], failed to prevent further fragmentation, forcing [[Jingdao]] to establish a short-lived [[General Government of Floria|General Government]] to restore order.


===Confederate States era===
Unlike the more economically liberal factions of the UPR, Floria First accepts a significant government role in directing investment towards strategically important industries.
In 1685 AN, the Committee for Civil Contingency Planning was formed. The committee received a wide-ranging mandate to review and reorganise civil society and public administration given defects uncovered during the Verionian-Raspur War at the start of the decade. Despite the Florian recovery from the War of Lost Brothers concerns persisted concerning the Confederate States' vulnerability to another severe systematic shock - whether internal or external in origin.


Opposition parties queried the scope of the mandate bestowed upon the committee and called for greater democratic oversight of governmental bodies established by presidential decree.
Its programme nevertheless retains support for private ownership, entrepreneurship and competitive domestic markets.


In 1689, after being a three-party nation since the end of the [[War of Lost Brothers]], the [[United National Party of the Republic]] and [[Imperial Democratic Party of Floria]] joined forces creating a dominant right-wing presence in Floria and the merger has heavily influenced the Florian political landscape from {{AN|1690}} onwards with the new states of the nation aligning themselves with right-wing ideologies.  
The movement rejects socialism and generally opposes the nationalisation of private industry outside exceptional national-security circumstances.


From {{AN|1690}} Floria firmly established itself as one of Micras's largest economies and became the dominant [[Raspur Pact]] aligned nation on [[Apollonia]] with the nation's military eventually taking over the [[Apollonia Command]]. However, things have not always run smoothly with Floria being criticised for human rights violations against [[Umraism]] and somewhat excessive use of capital punishment.
===Trade and foreign investment===


From {{AN|1695}}, [[Ronald Trueman]] was elected President of the Republic carrying on the work of his predecessor [[Morgan Sharp]]. Tasked with expanding Floria and stabilising public relations in high-risk areas such as Eastern Floria particularly in [[Sri Alba]] and [[Mesoun]], two areas rampant with organised crime. Truemans' early months of his tenure ran smoothly and at one point even defied Raspur Pact protocols withdrawing troops from the [[Second Elwynnese Civil War]] alongside [[Sanama]] after the use of nuclear weapons on civilian populations. After 'The Scouring', Trueman and a growing portion of the population became dispirited with the Pact and signalled their intent to review their involvement in the Pact for the years ahead.
Floria First supports the selective restriction of imports considered damaging to domestic industrial capacity.


In {{AN|1697}}, The UNP introduced a new national anthem for Floria which received a mixed reception nationwide with some saying that the song was too nationalistic and only served the interests of the right-wing and Istvanistani-speaking communities. Because of this dispute between anthems, "Glory to Floria" was designated for international events such as the FMF World Cup and "Oh Floria" domestically. This dispute was then settled with the now-renamed UNP introducing an anthem that both parties agreed on. Floria hosted the [[2021 FMF World Cup]] and as a result, international relations with other nations improved after controversial foreign policy laws were scrapped to allow visiting fans into the country.
The movement advocates greater scrutiny of foreign investment in defence, telecommunications, energy infrastructure and other strategically important industries.


In the {{AN|1700}}s Floria finally extinguished tense relations with neighbours, the [[GAE]] (Jingdao) and the Trueman administration permitted full access to the [[Apollonian Express]] and the start of formal relations with the [[GAE]]. Floria has had insurgencies throughout its history and in {{AN|1705}}, Floria declared war on Sri Alban insurgents who invaded and unilaterally declared the region as an independent state.  The insurgency was crushed in a matter of days.
Halpburg has criticised the influence of multinational corporations and foreign financial institutions, arguing that excessive economic dependence could limit the government's ability to pursue an independent foreign policy.


From {{AN|1705}} Floria showed signs of authoritarianism and imperialism with the crippling and eventual suspension of the [[Labour Party (Floria)|Labour Party]] and full-scale invasions into [[Mesoun]] (The Green) and a full-scale invasion of the Norfolk Isles archipelago. By the end of the year, the green was fully conquered and the original Florian manifest destiny was complete.
The movement favours bilateral trade negotiations over extensive multilateral economic arrangements.


In {{AN|1706}} Floria invaded and successfully annexed [[Port Balaine]]. This was met with much controversy and Floria was imposed with sanctions by various nations slowly setting back the economy of the nation.
Critics have argued that its protectionist policies could increase consumer prices, reduce competitiveness and provoke retaliatory trade restrictions.
Presidential and Congressional Elections took place in 1707 resulting in the most heated elections in Floria's history since the War of Lost Brothers. Due to the unpopular move of annexing Port Balaine, traditional UPR hotbeds turned their back on Ronald Trueman in the polls leading to a convincing victory for the SDP candidate, [[Nick Borisov]] by a vote of 312 to 226. This was the first-ever federal election win for a social-democratic party in Floria and as of {{AN|1730}} remains their only electoral victory.


After his defeat [[Ronald Trueman]] retired from politics and left the country to retire in [[Constancia]]. Under SDP control Floria oversaw large economic and social growth. The Florian Navy also grew to large levels capable of defending the nation sufficiently.
===Taxation and public expenditure===


===Chopin era===
The movement supports lower personal and corporate taxation while favouring substantial public investment in national infrastructure and strategic industries.
In the most controversial era of Floria since the War of Lost Brothers, [[Isabelle Chopin]], a former Florian Air Force officer came into power becoming the first female [[United Party of the Republic|UPR]] politician to become President. Her tenure as President was ruled with an iron fist adopting far-right policies banning LGBT+ rights, attempts to extend Presidential terms to 24 AN years and removing the 2-term limit. Her most controversial act was the invasion of [[Ostland]] in [[Operation Green Marauder]] killing thousands of Ostlander civilians through chemical weapons of mass destruction. The Chopin era would abruptly end as Chopin was assassinated by [[Shadow Group]] mercenaries resulting in the [[Mesoun Crisis]].


===Floxit===
Halpburg has advocated reducing administrative expenditure, eliminating inefficient subsidies and improving financial accountability within government departments.
In 1727, Floria historically voted to withdraw from the Raspur Pact. This decision came after several tumultuous years within the Pact, marked by diplomatic conflicts with Natopia and Shireroth. Despite these diplomatic challenges, the disgruntled Florians, particularly those frustrated with the Raspur Pact’s protracted campaign in the Wars of the Disinherited and the power struggle within the Apollonia Command, were driven to seek independence. Concerns about the future of Floria’s sovereignty were heightened, especially after the successful but reputation-damaging intervention in Ostland, which resulted in economic and diplomatic complications.


Raspurscepticism had been a persistent sentiment in Floria since the Second Elwynnese Civil War, exacerbated by the use of nuclear weapons in the conflict. This sentiment grew stronger as the Pact became increasingly involved in various conflicts.
The movement opposes extensive wealth taxation and supports incentives for private investment.


In its final stages within the organization, Floria made the voluntary decision to withdraw from the Apollonia Command and refused to provide support for the efforts in Keltia. This move marked a significant milestone, as Floria’s military became one of the largest non-aligned military forces on Micras, free from any supranational control for the first time.
Its combination of tax reductions, industrial subsidies and increased defence spending has led critics to question the long-term fiscal implications of the programme.


The departure of Floria from the pact had far-reaching consequences, including the end of free trade and freedom of movement within the region. However, through negotiations, Floria struck agreements with the majority of the pact, excluding Natopia and Nouvelle Alexandrie. Despite these agreements, economic fluctuations persisted throughout the pact.
===National defence===


In a surprising announcement to the world, Floria declared its intention to adopt a political neutral stance and shift its focus towards domestic affairs. President Hutchinson, however, expressed his commitment to maintaining a robust military in the event of any potential threats.
Military strength constitutes one of the movement's principal policy commitments.


==Geography, climate, and environment==
Floria First supports maintaining the [[Confederate States Armed Forces]] as one of the leading military forces on [[Micras]].
Floria is located in the central-southern part of Apollonia and has overseas territories in [[Eura]] and in the Antarctic. Floria borders Kildare to the north and west and Çakaristan to the east. Floria has 5 major mountain ranges found in the North and central parts of the nation.


The south of Floria borders a sea connecting Apollonia with Eura. Floria is also home to many rivers and therefore does not struggle for water resources and regularly uses renewable water resources.
The movement advocates increased investment in naval power, advanced aviation, missile defence, autonomous systems and domestic weapons manufacturing.
===Wildlife===
The [[Jingdaoese valleytiger|striped jing panther]] is an invasive apex predator recently encountered, as of {{AN|1686}} in forested and marshy terrain along the margins of the western frontier. In keeping with their customary hostility towards Floria, Jingdaoese officials in [[Daocheng]] have been quite unforthcoming, in response to the queries of third-party intermediaries, about the provenance of these animals. The striped jing panther is, from a handful of reported encounters, considered to be a man-eater and may have been specifically bred for the purpose. A cash bounty of $25,000, along with the promise of a fortnight's furlough, was offered by the Committee for Civil Contingency Planning for any serving Confederate official or member of the armed forces who could successfully bring down one of these animals and present the carcass for verification.


Notably endemic in the western regions of Floria are the ''spitting-bile scorpions'', notable for their ability to forcefully expel from themselves a quantity of corrosive acid across a distance of 2.6 metres as well as for their uncanny ability to aim for the eyes of their victims. To be found in large concentrations clustered around the death pits which appear to map to roads and likely invasion routes from Jingdaose territory for a distance of 5km from the border. Propagation across the border appears to occur by those mysterious shattered earthenware jars commonly discovered on the Jing side of the line of control with the coming of the dawn.
Halpburg has identified military independence as a necessary consequence of Floxit, arguing that Floria must retain the ability to defend itself without relying upon external military alliances.


===Climate===
The movement supports a professional military and improved conditions for serving personnel and veterans.
Floria has a diverse climate due to its size and geography, with variations ranging from cold continental conditions in the north to more humid, subtropical weather in the south. In the northern regions, including Victoria, Mesoun, and Outer Mesoun, winters are cold with significant snowfall, while summers are mild to warm, occasionally experiencing heat waves. Moving towards central Floria, which includes Kingsland andNorthern Ontario, the climate remains temperate with distinct seasons. Snowfall is moderate in winter, and summers are warm with a balanced mix of rain and sunshine.


Southern Floria, covering Southland, Southcliff, Southern Ontario, Pentucky, Port Balaine, San Alexandria, and the Temple Islands, has a more humid and subtropical climate. Winters here are mild with rare snowfall, while summers are hot and humid, often bringing frequent thunderstorms. Coastal regions like the Temple Islands and Port Balaine experience stronger oceanic influences, keeping temperatures more stable throughout the year.
It also advocates closer cooperation between military planners, domestic industry and federal research institutions.


Extreme weather events are also a part of Florian life, with hurricanes affecting the southern coastal areas and tornadoes occasionally striking the central and southern plains. The varied climate allows for a mix of agricultural activities, with northern regions focusing on grains and southern areas producing fruits, vegetables, and livestock.
===Foreign policy===


==Demographics==
The movement advocates a nationalist and largely non-interventionist foreign policy.
With a population of over 180 million according to the 1760 Census, Floria is the 2nd most populous country in Apollonia and the eighth-most populous country in the world. The overall life expectancy at birth is 76 years.
Floria has several large metropolitan areas and has two megacities. The country's largest city plus urban area is [[Northcliff]].


The country is one of the Micras's most densely populated and heavily urbanised countries with the vast majority of its population concentrated within its western part. Efforts to populate the [[Mesoun Project|east]] have been underway since {{AN|1720}} with [[Dongrad]] being the largest of these cities. The east continues to grow as residents from the west migrate east.
It maintains that the government should avoid becoming involved in foreign conflicts that do not directly threaten Florian security or economic interests.
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The withdrawal from the Raspur Pact remains a central achievement in the movement's historical narrative.


| title            = Largest settlements in the Confederate State of Floria
Floria First opposes renewed membership of supranational military organisations that could constrain independent Florian decision-making.


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However, the movement does not reject international diplomacy or the use of military force abroad.


| image1          = Northcliff Future.jpg
It supports military intervention where the federal government considers that Florian citizens, territory, strategic infrastructure or essential trade routes are directly threatened.
| image2          = Dragonmoor.jpg


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This position has produced tensions between the movement's non-interventionist supporters and more interventionist national-security conservatives.


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===Immigration===
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Immigration restriction is a major component of the movement's domestic agenda.


| city1            = [[Northcliff]]
Floria First advocates stronger border enforcement, expanded immigration screening and restrictions upon unauthorised residence and employment.
| city1_div        = [[Kingsland (Floria)|Kingsland]]
| city1_pop        = 18,600,000
| city2            = [[Dragonmoor]]
| city2_div        = [[Southland]]
| city2_pop        = 9,800,000
| city3            = [[Blackoak]]
| city3_div        = [[Kingsland (Floria)|Kingsland]]
| city3_pop        = 7,700,000
| city4            = [[Oldhaven]]
| city4_div        = [[Southland]]
| city4_pop        = 6,900,000
| city5            = [[Vice City (Floria)|Vice City]]
| city5_div        = [[Ontario]]
| city5_pop        = 6,200,000
| city6            = [[Westlake]]
| city6_div        = [[Kingsland (Floria)|Kingsland]]
| city6_pop        = 5,500,000
| city7            = [[Newmarsh]]
| city7_div        = [[Victoria (Floria)|Victoria]]
| city7_pop        = 4,850,000
| city8            = [[Northsilver]]
| city8_div        = [[Ontario]]
| city8_pop        = 4,300,000
| city9            = [[Ostville]]
| city9_div        = [[Ontario]]
| city9_pop        = 3,900,000
| city10          = [[Meadowedge]]
| city10_div      = [[Kingsland (Floria)|Kingsland]]
| city10_pop      = 3,500,000


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The movement supports prioritising applicants whose skills and employment prospects meet identified national economic requirements.


| footnote        = All populations are populations of metropolitan areas. Population estimates are for 1760.
Halpburg has argued that immigration policy should be determined by Florian economic and security priorities rather than international pressure.
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The movement opposes unrestricted migration and supports stricter citizenship requirements.
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===Health===
Its proposals have been criticised by the Social Democratic Party and civil liberties organisations, which argue that restrictive enforcement measures risk discriminatory treatment and inadequate legal safeguards.
The {{PAGENAME}} has a high life expectancy, although growth in life expectancy has not been as anticipated as suicide and drug overdose rates are prevalent, particularly in cities most affected by previous wars and underrepresented in the Florian government. Despite Florian citizens consuming approximately four or more meals daily, obesity rates are relatively low compared to other nations on Micras.


The primary causes of premature mortality in the Confederated States are coronary artery disease, lung cancer, stroke, chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases, drug overdoses, and traffic accidents. Low back pain, depression, musculoskeletal disorders, neck pain, and anxiety account for the most years lost to disability. Teenage pregnancy and abortion rates are significantly higher than in other Western nations, especially among minority ethnic communities.
===Law and order===


The Florian government has committed to becoming a leader in medical innovation and continues to develop and research cures for diseases such as cancer.
The movement supports stronger policing, enhanced criminal intelligence and more extensive federal coordination against organised crime and terrorism.


Healthcare coverage is universal and mostly funded by the government. However, patients have the option to opt for private healthcare for procedures such as plastic surgery.
The Mesoun Crisis and the Second Florian Civil War are frequently cited by supporters as examples of the consequences of inadequate domestic security.


Floria is the only nation on Micras that has banned the traditional use of tobacco and instead permits vaping (using electronic cigarettes). This unique law was implemented in {{AN|1701}} to reduce Floria’s rising lung cancer rates and introduce a less harmful alternative to smoking.
The movement supports additional investigative powers for intelligence and law enforcement agencies, particularly in cases involving violent separatism and foreign-backed armed organisations.
 
It also advocates increased penalties for terrorism, organised violent crime and attacks on public officials.
 
===Eastern Florian reconstruction===
 
Reconstruction of Eastern Floria is central to Halpburg's political identity.
 
Drawing upon her experience with the Eastern Recovery Commission, the movement supports continued investment in infrastructure, industrial development and housing in areas affected by the civil war.
 
Its proposals emphasise private investment supported by federal industrial incentives and coordinated infrastructure spending.
 
The movement also supports stricter oversight of reconstruction expenditure and action against corruption.
 
Halpburg has argued that successful reconstruction requires the integration of Eastern Floria into the national economy rather than indefinite dependence upon emergency assistance.
 
Critics have challenged the movement's reliance upon private investment and its willingness to link economic reconstruction with expanded federal security supervision.
 
===Territorial unity===
Floria First strongly opposes the secession of any Florian state or territory. The movement believes that preserving national territorial integrity is a fundamental responsibility of the federal government. They support the political and economic integration of the Corumese states and the continued development of Port Balaine. Halpburg’s faction places particular emphasis on consolidating existing territories and ensuring stable civil administration. While territorial expansionism remains influential among some movement supporters, the official 1762 programme places greater emphasis on securing and developing existing Florian territory.


===Education===
===Education===
With the abolition of the Department of Education in the 1740s, education policy in Floria is entirely managed at the state level, leading to significant differences in funding, curriculum, and school quality across the country. Each state determines its own educational standards, teacher certification requirements, and school funding mechanisms, resulting in a decentralised system where local priorities shape the direction of education. While this allows for greater flexibility, it has also widened disparities between wealthier and poorer states, with some regions investing heavily in education while others rely more on privatized solutions.
The movement supports the retention of state responsibility for education following the abolition of the federal Department of Education.
 
They advocate for patriotic education, increased parental involvement, and the promotion of Florian constitutional history.
 
The movement also supports vocational training and technical education that meets domestic industrial requirements.
 
Furthermore, they oppose educational programmes that supporters characterise as ideologically progressive or hostile to traditional Florian institutions.
 
===Healthcare===
 
Floria First supports the continuation of universal healthcare, reflecting the longstanding position of the UPR.


Public education remains the primary form of schooling, but the absence of federal oversight has led to increased variation in teaching methods, testing requirements, and student outcomes. Some states have maintained strong public school systems with well-funded universities and affordable tuition, while others have embraced school choice policies, expanding the role of charter schools and private institutions. Vocational and technical training programs have become essential in preparing students for the workforce, with many states partnering with businesses to provide apprenticeships and specialized career education.
The movement advocates greater administrative efficiency, investment in domestic medical research and improvements in regional healthcare provision.


Higher education policy is also dictated by the states, leading to a mix of public and private institutions with varying levels of affordability. Public universities in states that prioritize education continue to receive funding to keep tuition low, while others have shifted more responsibility to students and private investors. Financial aid programs and grants differ widely, with some states offering generous support while others provide limited assistance.
It also supports private-sector participation in healthcare delivery where this is compatible with maintaining universal access.


The decentralidation of education has fueled ongoing political debates. Progressives argue for increased public investment and national standards to ensure equal opportunities for students regardless of where they live. Conservatives defend state control, advocating for school choice and reduced government intervention. As a result, the Florian education system remains diverse but highly uneven, with student experiences and opportunities largely shaped by their state of residence.
===Social issues===


===Religion===
The movement maintains conservative positions on abortion, marriage, gender policy and religious institutions.
All religions in the {{PAGENAME}} except the [[Stripping Path]] are free to be exercised. [[Nazarene]] is the nation's largest religion. Floria has the largest Protestant population across Micras with 70% of adults in the Confederate States either following the [[Church of the Holy Lance]] or [[Church of Floria]]. Orthodox denominations are growing in Eastern states such as Inner and Outer Mesoun with [[Dongrad]] being the most prominent Orthodox city in Floria.


Over half of the nation believes religion is an important role in their daily lives but only 35% attend their place of worship on a weekly basis. Religion however in the {{PAGENAME}} is gradually becoming more irreligious with decline mostly among Florians under the age of thirty. 5% of Florian adults mostly ex-pats follow [[Umraism]].
It supports restrictions on abortion and opposes the expansion of several forms of progressive social legislation.


===Languages===
Floria First also supports civilian firearm ownership, restrictions on illegal drugs and greater recognition of traditional religious institutions in national life.
The {{PAGENAME}} has three main languages with these being [[New Florian]], Common tongue and Alexandrian (Fransh and Martino). Common tongue was the mother tongue of 56% of Florian inhabitants and 21% and 10% for Alexandrian and Florian speakers until 1753 with the introduction of [[New Florian]].  Other recognised languages include Corian and Jingdaoese. Throughout the country, road signs are displayed in all three official languages with the more prominently spoken language in that area displayed first.


All three languages are minor in [[Mesoun]], where [[wiki:Ukrainian language|Mesounese]] is the dominant language.
These positions have contributed to the movement's support among religious conservatives but remain controversial among younger and socially liberal voters.


Floria is a multilingual nation, with common tongue serving as the primary and most widely spoken language. This is expected to be replaced by [[New Florian]] by 1764. It is the official language of government, business, and education, and nearly all Florians are fluent in it. However, due to historical influences and immigration, several other languages are spoken across different regions. 
==Organisation and leadership==


Martino is another widely spoken language, particularly in southern states like Southland and San Alexandria, where historical influences and immigration have contributed to its presence. Some communities are bilingual, and Martino-language media is common.
===Rachael Halpburg===
While Common tongue remains dominant in public life, multilingualism is common in urban areas. There are ongoing debates over language education policies, particularly regarding bilingual programs in schools and the preservation of cultural languages.


==Government and politics==
Rachael Halpburg is regarded as the principal leader and ideological architect of the 1762 movement.
The Confederate States of Floria is a federation of 13 states with one federal district and is a former parliamentary republic. It also asserts sovereignty over two territories and de facto control of the South Pole. It is a liberal representative democracy with all representatives voted in by the public. The Constitution of the Confederate States serves as the country's supreme legal document.


In the Florian federalist system, citizens are usually liable to three levels of government: federal, state, and local. Local governments in the {{PAGENAME}} are usually split between county and municipal governments.  In almost all cases, executive and legislative officials are elected by a plurality vote of citizens by district. There is no proportional representation at the federal level, and it is rare at lower levels.
Her leadership has combined nationalist rhetoric with a technocratic emphasis on administrative efficiency, economic planning and central government coordination.


The federal government is made up of three branches:
Unlike earlier Floria First campaigns, which were dominated by presidential candidates, the 1762 movement has developed a political identity centred upon its vice-presidential leader.
*Legislative: The Congress makes federal law, approves treaties, has the power of the purse, and has the power of impeachment, by which it can remove sitting members of the government including the President.
*Executive: The president is the commander-in-chief of the military, can veto legislative bills before they become law and assign the members of the Cabinet (pending Senate approval) and other officers, who administer and enforce federal laws and policies.
*Judicial: The Supreme Court and lower federal courts, whose judges are appointed by the president with Senate approval, interpret laws and overturn those they find unconstitutional.
The National Congress has 130 voting members, each representing a congressional district for an 11 AN (one Gregorian) year term. Congress seats are divided among the states by population following each decennial census. Each state then draws single-member districts to conform with the census division. The president serves a 12-year term and may be elected to the office no more than twice. The Supreme Court, led by the chief justice of Floria, has nine members, who serve for life.
===Political divisions===
The {{PAGENAME}} is a federal state comprising 13 states (one with special autonomy) and two organized territories. These states and organised territories serve as the primary administrative divisions within the country. They are further subdivided into counties and independent cities. The states have the authority to elect the president of the Confederate States. Each state is allocated presidential electors based on the number of its representatives and senators in Congress. Notably, territories such as [[Etourney]] and [[Florian Eura]] do not have presidential electors, rendering their citizens ineligible to vote for the president.


Citizenship is automatically conferred at birth in all states and territories.
Halpburg's position within the federal government has provided the movement with influence over policy development, although it remains organisationally distinct from the formal executive institutions of the Confederate States.
====Federal states====
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|- style="font-size:100%; text-align:right;"
! style="width:160px;"| [[States of Floria|State]] !! style="width:85px;"| Capital !! style="width:100px;"| Governor
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| [[File:Kingsland Flag.png|25px]] [[Kingsland (Floria)|Kingsland]] || [[Northcliff]]|| [[File:Helen Howell.jpg|145px]] [[Helen Howell]]
|-
| {{team flag|Mesoun}} ||  [[Dongrad]]|| ''Vacant''
|-
|[[File:Northern Ontario flag.png|25px]] [[Northern Ontario]] ||  [[Longsight]]|| [[File:Benjamin Ward.jpg|150px]] Benjamin Ward
|-
|[[File:Pentucky flag.png|25px]] [[Pentucky]] || [[Pentucky]]|| [[File:Thomas Murphy.jpg|150px]] Thomas Murphy
|-
|{{team flag|Port Balaine}} || [[The Promenade]]||
|-
|[[File:San Alexandria flag.png|25px]] [[San Alexandria]] || [[Moss Side]]||
|-
|[[File:Southcliff flag.png|25px]][[Southcliff]] ||  [[Port Richard]] || [[File:Melissa Mitchell.jpg|150px]] Melissa Mitchell
|-
|[[Southern Ontario]] || [[Eastham]]||
|-
|[[File:Southern Floria Flag.png|25px]] [[Southland]] || [[Dragonmoor]]|| [[file:Southland Governor.png|150px]] James Vance
|-
|[[Sri Alba]] || [[Albapur]]|| [[File:Amish Haradas.jpg|150px]] Amish Haradas
|-
|[[Temple Islands]] || [[St. Edmunds]]|| [[File:Scott Allen.jpg|150px]] Scott Allen
|-
|[[Victoria (Floria)|Victoria]] || [[Victoria (Floria)]]|| [[File:Justin Nixon.jpg|150px]] Justin Nixon
|-
|[[Outer Mesoun]] || [[Marinsk]]||
|-
||[[Erewhon]] || [[Liberty Ridge]] ||''Vacant'' (under direct military administration)
|-
||[[Jefferson (Floria)|Jefferson]] || [[Northbridge]] ||''Vacant'' (under direct military administration)
|-
||[[New Mercia]] || [[Hawksford]] ||''Vacant'' (under direct military administration)
|}
|}


===Government===
Her anticipated succession to the presidency in 1768 has contributed to the movement's importance within the UPR.
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The Government of Floria is currently under the control of the [[United Party of the Republic]] (UPR). The UPR exercises control over appointments to government positions, with most senior government officials being UPR members.
===Relationship with the UPR===


The Floria Legislature, comprising the bicameral [[Confederate States of Floria Congress]], has 132 seats. The UPR dominates the Congress, although small parties from Port Balaine and opposition parties such as the [[Social Democratic Party of Floria]] are present.
Floria First operates as an ideological faction and political organisation within the [[United Party of the Republic]] rather than as an independent political party.


===Foreign relations===
Its members contest elections under the UPR banner and participate in the party's existing organisational structures.
: ''See also [[Foreign relations of Floria]]''
The Confederate States of Floria maintains a well-defined structure of foreign relations. Floria is a member of the [[Micras Treaty Organization]] and a former member of the [[Raspur Pact]], as well as a founding member of the Apollonian and Euran Economic Union. The majority of countries on Micras have embassies in Northcliff, and several consulates are located throughout the nation. The Confederate States of Floria maintains strong ties with some member states of the Raspur Pact. The Confederate States collaborated closely with Raspur Pact member states on military and security matters and with nations with which it has established a mutually beneficial free trade agreement. Historically, Floria and the Benacian Union have been close allies, and despite Floria’s departure from the Raspur Pact, they continued to maintain a strong partnership until the [[Shiro-Benacian War]] when Florians cut relations off entirely in a act of neutrality.  


[[Vegno]] is also a significant ally of Floria, and both nations share strong ties in the domains of sports and culture. Suren was Floria’s largest customer of military equipment, and both countries maintained robust strategic partnerships until the formers integration into [[Constancia]].  
By 1762, Floria First constitutes the dominant tendency within the UPR's nationalist-populist wing.


Following the War of Lost Brothers, Floria has demonstrated a growing assertiveness in foreign and economic policy, aiming to secure regional dominance and international influence. Military interventions undertaken by Floria include the [[Second Elwynnese Civil War]], the [[Florian invasion of Port Balaine]], the [[Kapavian insurgency]], and most recently, the Florian invasion of Ostland, which resulted in the rapid destabilization of the region.  
However, the movement has not completely displaced other established factions.


Furthermore, Floria has also been exerting its influence not only within its home continent but also globally in Keltia, Eura, and Southern Micras.
One-nation conservatives generally favour a more conciliatory approach to political institutions and social policy, while traditional Trumanists place greater emphasis upon the political legacy of Ronald Trueman and his family.


In 1725, the Florian Government initiated a withdrawal referendum on its membership in the [[Raspur Pact]] following a growing movement advocating for Floria to adopt a non-aligned stance. After the referendum, Floria’s citizens overwhelmingly voted in favor of leaving the Pact, and the nation officially severed its ties in 1727. Subsequently, Floria adopted a neutral foreign policy, refraining from engaging in future conflicts.
The Nazarene right shares many of Floria First's social positions but is more closely associated with religious conservatism.


===Military===
===Internal factions===
[[File:Trooping the Colour.png|thumb|Trooping the colour. An annual event to showcase Floria's Guard Divisions. This is usually done on Founders Day.]]
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The President is the Commander in Chief of the [[Confederate States Armed Forces|country's armed forces]] therefore it appoints its leaders, the Secretary of Defence and chief of staff. The [[Confederate States Defence Commission]] administrates all branches of the Florian military. Florian troops are regularly sent for minor operations and peacekeeping. The Florian armed forces are currently active on four continents.


Military service was compulsory for Florian men aged from 18-36 with conscripts required to serve for six months until 1718. Failure to serve led to severe fines and imprisonment. In 1718 under [[Project 1727]], the armed forces became a fully professional volunteer force.
The movement contains several overlapping ideological tendencies.


From {{AN|1676}} after modest operations from existence, the Florian Armed Forces became a military superpower after large sustained growth in terms of both manpower and equipment funded by large investments during the reconstruction efforts after the [[War of Lost Brothers]].
{| class="wikitable"
! Faction
! Principal priorities
|-
| '''Halpburg loyalists'''
| Strong executive authority, industrial policy, economic sovereignty and national-security reform.
|-
| '''Traditional Trumanists'''
| Continuation of the Trueman political legacy, military strength, nationalism and conservative government.
|-
| '''Economic nationalists'''
| Protectionism, industrial development, domestic investment and restrictions upon foreign control of strategic assets.
|-
| '''Social conservatives'''
| Traditional family values, religious institutions, restrictive abortion policy and conservative education.
|-
| '''Non-interventionists'''
| Opposition to extensive foreign military commitments and renewed dependence upon international alliances.
|-
| '''Security nationalists'''
| Strong federal intelligence powers, strict law enforcement and uncompromising opposition to separatist violence.
|}


The Confederate States was one of the few recognised nuclear weapons states and one of the few to possess nuclear weapons. It had one of Micra's largest nuclear stockpiles. In 1744 it decommissioned all nuclear weapons under the [[Dorado Convention]]. Floria instead possesses other Weapons of Mass Destruction such as chemical weapons and biological weapons which have been used since the Trueman era of military control. Its most notable use of such weapons was in [[Operation Green Marauder]] which decimated the majority of Ostland.  
Although these factions generally support Halpburg's leadership, disagreements exist over the appropriate level of government intervention in the economy, the limits of federal authority and the use of military force abroad.


After the invasion of [[Port Balaine]], Floria began to focus on building up its naval force, which was seen as the last step for security in Southern [[Apollonia]]. These plans however took a stumbling block as the Army and Air Force were still classed as the more strategically important services of the Florian armed forces. This was reversed under the Hutchinson and Trueman Jr. administrations in where naval power has been essential to conduct Floria‘s continental growth and global power.
==Political support==


In {{AN|1727}} Floria stood down from the [[Apollonia Command]], the [[Raspur Pact]]’s military presence on [[Apollonia]]. Though officially Floria is politically neutral as of 1727, Floria has maintained the military presence it saw during its time as a member of the [[Raspur Pact]] protecting its interests in Southern Micras and Eura.
===Geographical base===


===Human rights===
The movement draws support from several traditional UPR constituencies.
Floria, a nation with a complex history of authoritarian rule and human rights violations, has faced significant challenges in establishing a truly democratic society. For much of its existence, Floria has been dominated by the United Party of the Republic (UPR), which has maintained control over the presidency in 8 out of 9 terms since the post-Lost Brother reforms. The dominance of the UPR has led to the suppression of political opposition, particularly the socialist and social democratic movements. The Social Democratic Party of Floria (SDP), which is a key political force, was sidelined at the federal level since its forced decline in 1719, although it experienced a resurgence in support in the 1730s.


Floria’s political landscape has long been characterised by a lack of political pluralism and the suppression of dissenting voices. The UPR’s hold on power has been bolstered by media censorship, with state-run outlets like [[Floria Today]] playing a critical role in stifling opposition and controlling the flow of information. Despite occasional challenges from the [[SDP]] and other opposition groups, the ruling party has managed to maintain its authority through restrictive laws and a tight grip on political discourse.
Its strongest organisational networks are associated with conservative regions of Southern and Central Floria, particularly areas where nationalism, religious conservatism and support for the armed forces are prominent.


In the 1730s, the SDP began to regain traction, as public dissatisfaction with the UPR’s authoritarian rule grew. The party’s resurgence has been driven by demands for greater political freedom, social justice, and human rights reforms. As of 1754, the SDP is positioned as the leading force for change, advocating for a democratic transition and the protection of minority rights.
Halpburg's personal political background in Southern Ontario provides an important connection with industrial and conservative communities in the region.


While progress has been slow, there are signs of change in the country’s treatment of marginalised communities. Historically, Floria has had a poor record on human rights, particularly regarding LGBT+ individuals. Although homosexuality is technically legal, LGBT+ individuals face widespread discrimination, and gender reassignment is prohibited by law. The Church of Floria has played a significant role in perpetuating this discrimination, shaping public attitudes and influencing political policy to marginalize the LGBT+ community.  
The movement also maintains an increasingly significant presence in Eastern Floria through supporters of the Eastern Recovery Commission and reconstruction programmes.


In addition, Umraism, a religious and political ideology, has faced persistent oppression. Despite being permitted at the federal level, Umraism is heavily restricted by both political leaders and citizens, leading to the formation of the [[Umraist Lives Matter]] movement, which advocates for the rights and recognition of Umraists in the political sphere.
However, support in the former conflict regions remains politically divided, particularly where local communities oppose enhanced federal security powers.


Floria's poor treatment of LGBT+ and religious minorities has led to its designation as a "country of concern" by international organizations like the [[Rainbow Haven Visa Program]], which tracks nations with discriminatory policies against the LGBT+ community.
===Social and economic support===


==Law enforcement and crime==
Floria First appeals to a broad conservative coalition including:
Law enforcement in the Confederate States of Floria is primarily the responsibility of local police units and sheriff's offices. State police provide a broader service if required. Federal agencies such as the [[Federal Department of Intelligence|FDI]] and [[Florian Marshall service]] have dedicated duties such as domestic security, civil rights and enforcement of federal laws. Regional courts handle most criminal trials with federal courts only handling servere cases.


Capital punishment is legal in Floria for crimes such as murder,treason, espionage and drug trafficking. Floria has a high prison population with prisoners kept in mostly private owned facilities. In {{AN|1730}}, Congress passed laws reducing the number of crimes punishable by death.
* Industrial and manufacturing workers concerned about international competition.
* Domestic business owners supportive of protectionist measures and tax incentives.
* Military personnel and veterans.
* Religious and socially conservative voters.
* Rural and suburban Republican communities.
* Voters supporting stricter immigration controls.
* Nationalists opposed to renewed membership of international military alliances.
* Supporters of Halpburg's reconstruction and national-security policies.


==Economy==
The movement's combination of economic intervention and conservative social policy has distinguished it from both traditional free-market conservatism and social-democratic politics.
{{Main|Economy of the Confederate States of Floria}}
Floria has a social and free market economy with a highly skilled labour force, a medium level of corruption, and a high level of innovation. It is one of Micra's largest exporters and importers of goods and has the largest economy in Apollonia and one of the highest GDPs worldwide. Floria is deeply rich in natural gas and oil. The service sector in Floria contributes approximately 63.8% of the total GDP, industry 31.3%, and agriculture 4.9% as of {{AN|1721}}. The unemployment rate is 4.1% as of 1723.  


The automotive industry in Floria is regarded as one of the most competitive and innovative in the world and is the largest by production. The top ten exports of Floria are vehicles, machinery, chemical goods, electronic products, electrical equipment, pharmaceuticals, natural resources, basic metals, food products and cannabis.
==1762 presidential election==


After the [[Operation Python|invasion and subsequent annexation of Port Balaine]], the Florian economy took a stumble as the [[Xäiville Convention]], Floria's largest trading partner outside the [[Raspur Pact]] imposed heavy sanctions blocking the import of Florian products, copyright on Florian products rescinded and the sports sector took a stumble with no broadcasting of Florian sports games and no audience for Florian games taking place in XC countries.  
The movement became an influential component of the UPR's political organisation during the [[1762 Florian presidential election]].


As of {{AN|1723}} all [[XC]] member states bar [[Craitland]], the [[South Sea Islands]] and [[Tellia]] removed sanctions however nations such as [[Mercury]] imposed a import tariff of 33.3%.
Although President Ronald Trueman Jr. remained the incumbent presidential figure, Halpburg increasingly acted as the principal spokesperson for the movement's wider political programme.


==Infrastructure==
The 1762 election provided an opportunity for Floria First to promote its economic, social and national-security agenda while maintaining continuity with the governing administration.
===Transportation===
Personal transportation in the Confederate States of Floria is dominated by automobiles and the nation has a very high rate of per-capita vehicle ownership. Around 35% of personal vehicles are light trucks and vans. Rail transport is also popular in the nation and has one of the most efficient and busiest railway systems on Micras. The Railway industry is government-owned and operates under the name [[FLO Railways]].
====Highway====
The highway is managed by state-level governments with every state operating different laws on the highways. toll systems are very common on these highways as a way to encourage more citizens to use public transport such as Floria's extensive rail network.
====Rail====
[[File:FLO new high speed train.jpg|thumb|right]]
Nearly every major city in Floria has one or two railway station/s and the network itself is extensive and dense.  


FLO Railways is the major railway infrastructure and service operator. FLO Railways is a state-owned company and the government holds all shares. Since its reformation after purchasing [[High Speed Floria]] {{AN|1679}}, the railway network has rapidly expanded and has become affordable for all with excellent service.  
Halpburg's campaigning emphasised industrial development, border security, military independence and the continued reconstruction of Eastern Floria.


High-speed rail started in {{AN|1656}} after the [[War of Lost Brothers]] with the introduction of the private company, [[High Speed Floria]] which planned to modernize the rail system of the country after the war. The company operated high-speed rail until its purchase in 1679.  
The movement also sought to consolidate the UPR's electoral support ahead of the anticipated presidential transition in 1768.


The high-speed network regularly has several extensions or upgrades to high-speed lines under construction or planned for the near future, some of them after decades of planning.
The election campaign helped establish Halpburg as a leading national conservative figure independently of her formal office as Vice President.


The fastest high-speed train operated by FLO Railways, ICE connects major Florian cities. On regular lines, at least one train every two hours will call even in the smallest of villages during the day. Nearly all larger metropolitan areas are served by bus networks and highways.
===Campaign priorities===


===Energy===
The principal themes promoted by the movement during the election were:
The majority of Floria's energy is provided by petroleum and natural gas, which Floria has in high reserve. Nuclear energy is banned in Floria and renewable energy is becoming more common as the nation expands to new territories.


==Culture==
{| class="wikitable"
===Food===
! Issue
{{main|Florian Cuisine}}
! Position
Mainstream Florian cuisine is similar to that in other Apollonian countries. Rice and wheat are the primary cereal grain with about three-quarters of grain products made of wheat or rice flour and many dishes use indigenous ingredients, such as turkey, duck, beef, potatoes, sweet potatoes, rice, corn, and maple syrup.
|-
| National sovereignty
| Continued independence from the Raspur Pact and resistance to supranational political authority.
|-
| Economy
| Domestic industrial expansion, protectionism and restrictions upon foreign economic influence.
|-
| Defence
| Modernisation of the armed forces and preservation of independent military capabilities.
|-
| Immigration
| Stronger border enforcement and restrictive immigration policy.
|-
| Eastern Floria
| Completion of reconstruction and integration of former conflict regions.
|-
| National security
| Stronger counterterrorism institutions and expanded federal intelligence coordination.
|-
| Social policy
| Conservative family policy, religious institutions and opposition to progressive social reforms.
|-
| Government
| Strong presidential leadership, administrative discipline and more centralised coordination of national policy.
|}


Characteristic dishes such as poutine, fried chicken, pizza, hamburgers, and hot dogs derive from the recipes of various immigrants and natives. In regions such as San Alexandria, seafood is popular due to being easily accessible from the region's ports. The region's cuisine is also heavily influenced by cuisine found in [[Nouvelle Alexandrie]] due to the many immigrants living in different cities nationwide. Etourney is known for haggis and black pudding commonly eaten as breakfast throughout the Florian population. In Mesoun cuisine is vastly different to the West. In Mesoun, soups, salads and varieties of bread are popular as well as dumplings, cabbage rolls and bliny.
==Opposition and criticism==


The Florian fast food industry, the world's largest, rapidly rose after the [[War of Lost Brothers]] as it provided a quick solution to quickly accessing meals and cutting cooking time. Fast-food consumption has sparked health concerns within the country but health issues related to obesity etc. are carefully monitored by the Florian government. Highly sweetened soft drinks are widely popular, and sugared beverages account for nine per cent of Florian caloric intake. [[Chicken King]], [[Pizza Shack]], [[Wilsons]] and [[Taco Ring]] are the most notable fast-food chains from Floria.
===Accusations of authoritarianism===


The national alcoholic drink is whiskey and whiskey-drinking rates are among the highest in the world. Beer is also popular amongst the adult Florian population.
The movement has attracted criticism for its support of increased executive authority, expanded surveillance powers and stronger federal supervision of political organisations.


In {{AN|1723}} genetically modified foods were banned. All food consumed in Floria was enforced to be organic in an attempt to improve the overall health of the Florian people and it's environment.After controversial policies introduced by Chopin this was seen as a popular move from the President.
Opponents argue that these positions could weaken the independence of state governments, courts and democratic institutions.


===Music===
Particular concern has been expressed over proposals to expand monitoring of organisations considered potential threats to national unity.
[[File:Florian Pop Bands.png|thumb|right|250px]]
The {{PAGENAME}} is the hub of Micrasian Electronic Dance music (EDM) with many festivals and concerts being held throughout the country all year round. The most notable festival being [[The Rising Festival]] held in [[Northcliff]] where ten stages across the city play concerts of different genres from trance to house. The most popular EDM forms in Floria include hard techno,trance,darkwave, house and Dubstep as well as garage music. Classical music is also extremely popular with many orchestras professional and amateur throughout the country. The genres of hip-hop and jazz have also emerged especially in the state of [[Ontario]] and its capital [[Vice City]] where it's popular the most. From {{AN|1697}} rock and heavy metal rose in popularity throughout the country with bands such as [[Oceans]] and [[Electra]] posting viral songs on the internet. Floria regularly enters the [[Microvision Song Contest]] and the nation's highest placing is finishing 4th in [[Cárdenas]] in 2021. Floria's previous best finish was 7th place in 2018 where the contest was held in [[Cherry Trees]]. Floria has never finished last at the contest but the nation finished 31st out of 33 (one nation disqualified) in 2020 collecting a disappointing 17 points in total.


Military music is very popular and important in Florian culture with patriotic military march parades common throughout the nation. Music within the military is organised by the Adjutant Generals Corps of the Florian Army.
The movement maintains that enhanced security powers are necessary to prevent renewed separatist violence and external interference.


Floria is infamous for the creation of [[Floriabeat]] and MicraPhonk which is used in many cartoons and memes globally on platforms such as [[Ricroc]].
===Economic criticism===


===Cinema===
Economic liberals have criticised Halpburg's industrial programme for its reliance upon tariffs, government incentives and restrictions upon foreign investment.
Cinema holds significant cultural importance in Floria, with films often reflecting the country’s history, political climate, and societal interests. The Florian film industry is particularly known for its focus on horror, espionage, and military operations, genres that resonate strongly with the nation’s public, influenced by the themes of conflict, survival, and power dynamics. These themes are not only popular in films but also in the video games that capture the imaginations of Florians and international audiences alike such as [[Micras Warfare]].  


Notable films include [[Last Man Standing]], the Phantom War franchise and [[Taskmaster]].
They argue that protectionism risks increasing prices, reducing competition and discouraging international investment.


===Sports===
Other critics have questioned whether the movement's commitment to low taxation is compatible with ambitious defence, reconstruction and infrastructure expenditure.
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Sport is a major part of the culture of the [[Confederate States of Floria]], with organised competition having existed since the establishment of the country. A number of sports subsequently developed professional competitions, and Floria has become one of the major sporting nations on [[Micras]].


The most popular sports in Floria are [[Amorian football]], [[baseball]], [[association football]], motorsport and [[basketball]], while rugby league and cricket also have significant followings. Baseball is traditionally regarded as the national sport of Floria, although Amorian football is the country's most popular spectator sport and dominates the largest domestic audiences.
Supporters contend that industrial independence and long-term domestic investment justify a more interventionist approach to strategically important sectors.


Floria is home to four major professional sports leagues, collectively known as the '''Big Four'''. These are the [[FFL|Florian Football League]] (Amorian football), [[Super League Football]] (association football), [[Super League Baseball|SLB]] (baseball) and the [[FBA]] (basketball). The leagues represent the highest levels of their respective sports in the country and attract considerable domestic and international interest.
===Civil liberties and minority rights===


Outside the Big Four, several other sports maintain established national competitions. Cricket is particularly popular in [[Sri Alba]], which has traditionally supplied a large proportion of players to the Florian national cricket team. Rugby league also maintains a significant following, while motorsport has developed into one of the country's most prominent individual and team sports.
Civil liberties organisations and opposition politicians have criticised the movement's positions on immigration, reproductive rights and gender-related legislation.


Floria first competed at the [[Micras Games]] in 2018, participating as the [[Florian Republic]] at the inaugural Games in [[Jingdao]]. The Florian delegation won ten gold medals and two silver medals, finishing as the highest-placed major sporting nation in the medal table.
Its social policies have been accused of prioritising traditionalist institutions at the expense of individual liberties.


Floria subsequently established itself as a regular host of major international sporting competitions. In 2019, the country hosted both the [[MHL Junior World Championships]] and the [[MHL World Championships]], contributing to its growing reputation as a venue for major Micrasian sporting events.
The movement's supporters maintain that such policies reflect legitimate conservative political preferences and the importance of preserving Florian social traditions.


Association football has provided some of Floria's most prominent international sporting successes. In [[2021 FMF World Cup|2021]], Floria hosted the [[FMF World Cup]], with matches staged across several of the country's largest cities. The [[Floria national football team]] went on to win the tournament on home soil, defeating four-time world champions [[Craitland national football team|Craitland]] in the final to claim Floria's first World Cup.
===Relationship with the Florian National Vanguard===


Floria won the [[2025 FMF World Cup]] four years later, defeating [[Sanama national football team|Sanama]] 2–0 in the final at the [[Colosseo Nazionale]] in [[Tellia]]. The victory gave Floria its second world title and established the national team as one of the leading sides in Micrasian association football.
The movement has also been scrutinised over ideological similarities with elements of the nationalist far right.


===Mass media===
The [[Florian National Vanguard Party]], previously excluded from electoral participation over concerns regarding democratic stability, occupied a more radical position within Florian nationalist politics.
{{Main|Mass media in Floria}}
[[File:FT.png|thumb|right|150px|Logo of [[Floria Today]], the country's principal international news organisation.]]
[[File:FBC.png|thumb|right|150px|Logo of the [[Florian Broadcasting Corporation]].]]


Mass media in the [[Confederate States of Floria]] comprises television, radio, newspapers, magazines, cinema, music, digital media and video games. Owing to the country's large population, highly developed telecommunications infrastructure and substantial domestic advertising market, Floria has one of the largest media industries on [[Micras]]. [[Northcliff]] is the principal centre of the Florian media industry and is home to the headquarters of most major national broadcasters, publishers and digital media companies. [[Dragonmoor]], [[Vice City (Floria)|Vice City]], [[Blackoak]] and [[Westlake]] are also important centres of television, film, music and digital production.
Although Floria First is associated with the governing UPR rather than the Vanguard, critics have questioned whether the movement's harder nationalist supporters could facilitate the mainstream acceptance of more extreme political ideas.


Television remains the most widely consumed traditional medium in Floria, while radio continues to have a large nationwide audience. Around 92% of Florian households receive cable or satellite television, alongside terrestrial free-to-air services and increasingly widespread internet-based television. The Florian television market consists of national networks, regional broadcasters, local stations, subscription channels and specialist services covering news, sport, entertainment, children's programming and documentaries.
The movement's official leadership maintains its organisational separation from independent extremist groups.


The state-owned [[Florian Broadcasting Corporation]] (FBC) is the country's principal public broadcaster and operates several national television and radio services. FBC carries general entertainment, news, educational programming, major national events and extensive sports coverage. Its terrestrial network is supplemented by regional stations and specialist channels.
==Political significance==


[[Floria Today]] (FT) is one of the country's leading news organisations and operates television, radio and digital services. It is the flagship of Floria's international media operations, distributing Florian news and current-affairs programming throughout Micras. Its international service has made FT one of the most recognisable Florian media brands outside the country.
The emergence of Halpburg's movement marked an important development in Florian conservative politics.


Commercial television forms a substantial part of the broadcasting sector. Large privately owned networks compete with FBC for entertainment and sports rights, while hundreds of specialist channels are distributed through cable and satellite providers. Live sport is among the most valuable forms of Florian television programming. The [[FFL|Florian Football League]], [[National Collegiate Athletic Federation]] and [[Super League Football]] attract some of the country's largest audiences, with the [[President Bowl]] traditionally being among the most-watched annual television broadcasts.
For much of its history, the United Party of the Republic had been organised around influential presidents and competing traditions of nationalism, economic liberalism and social conservatism.


Radio broadcasting is available throughout almost all populated areas of Floria. The sector includes national commercial networks, FBC public radio, local music stations, talk radio, news radio, sports stations and university broadcasters. Local radio remains particularly significant outside the largest metropolitan areas and plays an important role in regional news and sports coverage.
The 1762 movement sought to bring these tendencies together under a more disciplined political organisation.


Floria has a large and diverse newspaper and magazine industry. Its print market is the third-largest in [[Apollonia]], although printed newspaper circulation has declined with the expansion of online news. Major metropolitan areas traditionally support at least one large daily newspaper alongside local publications, business newspapers and specialist titles. Several leading newspapers have developed nationwide digital readerships, while the largest Florian news organisations operate subscription websites, mobile applications, podcasts and video services.
Its economic programme represented a notable departure from the traditional preference of many UPR politicians for minimal state intervention.


Northcliff is the centre of national journalism and publishing, with many of the country's largest newspapers, magazines, broadcasters and news agencies headquartered in the metropolitan area. Major regional newspaper industries also exist in Dragonmoor, Stonehall, Meadowedge, Blackoak and Oldhaven. Local newspapers remain comparatively influential in smaller cities and rural areas, particularly for municipal politics, local sport and community reporting.
At the same time, its support for strong executive government reflected the growing importance of national-security concerns following the Second Florian Civil War.


The Internet is a major component of Florian mass media. High levels of household connectivity and smartphone ownership have resulted in widespread use of streaming television, social media, online journalism, podcasts and user-generated video. Most established television, radio and newspaper organisations operate extensive digital platforms alongside their traditional services. Domestic technology companies also operate several major social-media, entertainment and communications platforms.
The movement also strengthened the political position of Rachael Halpburg, who increasingly became regarded as the principal prospective successor to Ronald Trueman Jr.


Streaming services have become increasingly important competitors to conventional television networks. Domestic and international platforms distribute Florian films, television programmes and live sport, although the country's largest sporting competitions continue to generate substantial audiences on conventional broadcast and subscription television.
By 1762 AN, Floria First had become an influential force within the governing party and a central element in debates over the future political direction of the Confederate States.


Floria also possesses a large film and television production industry. Northcliff is the principal centre for broadcasting and corporate media, while Vice City is particularly associated with entertainment production. Florian television programmes and films are exported throughout Apollonia and other parts of Micras, contributing to the international spread of Florian popular culture.
==See also==


The country has a substantial music industry encompassing major record labels, independent producers, live entertainment companies and digital distribution services. Northcliff, Vice City and Dragonmoor are among its principal centres. Florian popular music is distributed extensively abroad and the country's large domestic market supports major concert tours, festivals and arena entertainment.
* [[Rachael Halpburg]]
* [[United Party of the Republic]]
* [[Floria First!]]
* [[Floria First! (1750)]]
* [[Florian nationalism]]
* [[1762 Florian presidential election]]
* [[Second Florian Civil War]]


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Floria First! (1762)
Political movement
Leader Rachael Halpburg
Established 1762 AN
Predecessors Floria First! (1738)
Floria First! (1750)
Affiliation United Party of the Republic (UPR)
Headquarters Dragonmoor, Southland
Political position Right-wing to far-right
Ideology
Key figures
Political opponent Social Democratic Party of Floria
Slogan Floria First!
Strength. Security. Sovereignty.
Status Active

Floria First!, also known as the Halpburg movement, is a Florian nationalist, right-wing populist and national conservative political movement associated with the United Party of the Republic (UPR). Led by Vice President Rachael Halpburg, the movement represents the dominant nationalist-populist tendency within the governing UPR and advocates the prioritisation of Florian sovereignty, domestic industry, border security, traditional social values and national military strength.

The movement emerged in its contemporary form during the early 1760s as a continuation and ideological development of the earlier Floria First! campaigns associated with President Michael Hutchinson and Ronald Trueman Jr.. Although retaining the slogan and several central policies of its predecessors, the 1762 movement is identified with Halpburg, whose political influence had expanded following her leadership of the Eastern Recovery Commission in the aftermath of the Second Florian Civil War and her vice presidency.

Unlike its earlier incarnations, which were primarily organised around presidential election campaigns, the 1762 movement sought to establish Floria First as a permanent political philosophy, grassroots organisation and governing faction within the UPR. It combined nationalist economic intervention with conservative social policies, a powerful federal executive and opposition to foreign interference in Florian domestic affairs.

Halpburg's prominence distinguished the movement from earlier forms of Trumanism. While President Trueman Jr. remained an important political ally and symbol of UPR continuity, Halpburg served as the movement's principal organiser, ideological spokesperson and prospective presidential successor.

The movement's supporters have described its objectives as the preservation of Florian independence and the restoration of national cohesion following decades of military conflicts, political instability and territorial expansion. Critics, including members of the opposition Social Democratic Party of Floria (SDP), have characterised the movement as increasingly authoritarian, arguing that its emphasis on national unity, executive authority and restrictive social policy threatens the country's democratic institutions.

Background

Origins of Floria First

The political principles associated with Floria First predate the establishment of the 1762 movement.

Nationalist and sovereigntist politics have been a significant part of Floria since the War of Lost Brothers, which profoundly affected the development of the Florian state due to foreign occupation, military conflict, and political fragmentation.

Following the re-establishment of Florian sovereignty in the 17th century, successive conservative administrations prioritised national independence, military expansion, and economic self-sufficiency as fundamental objectives for the republic.

The administration of Ronald Trueman, beginning in 1695, significantly contributed to the development of Florian economic nationalism and territorial expansionism. His government pursued military enlargement, increased central authority, and policies aimed at consolidating Florian control over disputed territories.

However, the annexation of Port Balaine and subsequent international sanctions highlighted the economic and political risks associated with an aggressively expansionist foreign policy. Trueman was defeated in the 1707 presidential election by Nick Borisov.

Over the next decades, the UPR faced ideological divisions between traditional conservatives, economically liberal politicians, and more radical nationalists.

The presidency of Isabelle Chopin further influenced the nationalist right, although her administration became widely associated with political repression, international isolation, and the controversial military campaign against Ostland.

Floxit and the Hutchinson revival

The successful Floxit referendum in 1727 AN represented a major turning point in the development of modern Florian nationalism.

The withdrawal of Floria from the Raspur Pact was supported by politicians who argued that international military obligations had compromised the country's sovereignty and diverted resources away from domestic priorities.

President Michael Hutchinson subsequently adopted the Floria First slogan during his campaign for a second presidential term.

The Hutchinson campaign promoted protectionism, restrictive immigration policies, military independence, educational decentralisation and opposition to unnecessary foreign intervention.

The campaign was successful in the 1738 presidential election, reinforcing the electoral appeal of economic nationalism and anti-globalist policies within the UPR.

However, Floria First at this stage remained primarily a presidential campaigning identity rather than a separately organised ideological faction.

The Second Florian Civil War

The Second Florian Civil War of 1744–1745 fundamentally transformed Florian domestic politics.

The conflict revealed weaknesses in federal intelligence coordination, military preparedness, and the political integration of Eastern Florida.

The destruction of infrastructure, disruption of industry, and displacement of civilians created substantial reconstruction requirements, particularly in Mesoun, Outer Mesoun, and Sri Alba.

Furthermore, the conflict strengthened political support for national security legislation, stronger federal institutions, and policies aimed at preventing renewed separatist violence.

These conditions created the political environment in which Rachael Halpburg would become increasingly influential.

The 1750 revival

The Floria First movement, revived in 1747 under Ronald Trueman Jr.’s leadership and influenced by the earlier Trumanist political tradition, emphasised nationalism, economic protectionism, traditional family values, strict immigration enforcement, and the preservation of Florian territorial integrity in its electoral programme.

Halpburg, who had become Vice President in 1744, became an increasingly prominent representative of the administration.

By the beginning of the 1760s, the political emphasis of Floria First had shifted from post-war political mobilisation towards questions of long-term economic development, constitutional authority, and succession within the UPR.

Formation of the 1762 movement

Halpburg's political ascendancy

Rachael Halpburg became the central figure in the contemporary Floria First movement after her growing prominence in the Trueman administration.

Born in Eastham, Southern Ontario, Halpburg developed her political career through the UPR’s nationalist and conservative organisations before entering senior government.

Her administrative reputation was established through her leadership of the Eastern Recovery Commission, which coordinated reconstruction and economic development following the Second Florian Civil War.

Halpburg’s reconstruction programme combined private-sector investment, industrial incentives, infrastructure development, and stronger federal supervision of politically unstable regions.

Initially, her approach attracted criticism for its economic severity, centralisation of administrative authority, and the role of security agencies in reconstruction.

Despite this, the programme contributed to her emergence as a prominent national political figure.

Halpburg’s political reputation increasingly rested on her combination of administrative discipline, national conservatism, and willingness to employ state power in pursuit of economic and security objectives.

Her supporters frequently referred to her as the ‘Iron Lady’, a nickname associated with her uncompromising political style.

Ideological reorganisation

During 1762 AN, Halpburg and her supporters sought to develop Floria First beyond its original electoral function.

The movement increasingly presented itself as a national political programme rather than simply an expression of loyalty to the incumbent president.

Its principal objectives were to consolidate the nationalist-populist wing of the UPR, strengthen support for Halpburg's policy positions and establish a coherent programme for the period following the Trueman presidency.

The movement retained the traditional Floria First slogan while introducing greater emphasis on economic sovereignty, strategic industrial investment, national security and federal administrative coordination.

Halpburg's leadership also altered the movement's economic character. Whereas earlier conservative factions had often preferred extensive deregulation and limited state intervention, the 1762 movement accepted a more active federal role in protecting strategically important domestic industries.

This position became known among supporters as the doctrine of Florian economic sovereignty.

Relationship with Ronald Trueman Jr.

The movement remained aligned with President Ronald Trueman Jr. and the broader UPR administration.

However, the distinction between the president and the movement's leadership became increasingly apparent.

Trueman Jr. represented the continuation of the governing nationalist tradition associated with his family and the post-war UPR.

Halpburg, by comparison, sought to establish a more comprehensive ideological and administrative framework that could outlast the incumbent presidency.

The movement therefore operated simultaneously as a pro-government political faction and a vehicle for Halpburg's anticipated presidential succession in 1768 AN.

Although disagreements existed between supporters of the two politicians, the movement did not formally advocate a challenge to Trueman Jr.'s presidency in 1762.

Ideology

The Floria First movement, which emerged in the 1760s, is generally situated on the nationalist right of the Florian political spectrum.

Its ideology combines Florian nationalism, economic protectionism, conservative social policy, populist rhetoric, and a strong conception of federal executive authority.

The movement believes that national sovereignty cannot be sustained solely through military independence but also requires control over strategic industries, financial institutions, infrastructure, and domestic security.

Its supporters reject the notion that unrestricted international economic integration necessarily benefits Floria. Instead, they argue that trade, investment, and diplomatic relations should be evaluated primarily based on their contribution to national prosperity and security.

Florian nationalism

Florian nationalism forms the central ideological principle of the movement.

Halpburg has argued that the Confederate States must preserve a common national identity capable of uniting its thirteen states and overseas territories.

The movement supports the symbols, historical traditions and constitutional institutions of Floria while opposing separatist movements that seek to divide the republic.

Particular importance is attached to the War of Lost Brothers, Floxit and the Second Florian Civil War, which movement supporters regard as defining struggles for sovereignty and national cohesion.

The movement also promotes patriotic education, national commemorations and the use of Florian cultural institutions to reinforce shared identity.

Its interpretation of national unity has nevertheless attracted criticism from regional political organisations, which argue that federal nationalism can undermine established local identities.

Right-wing populism

Floria First employs populist political rhetoric contrasting ordinary Florian citizens with political elites, foreign interests and institutions perceived as unaccountable.

The movement has criticised multinational corporations, foreign financial institutions and international organisations that it believes exercise excessive influence over national policymaking.

Halpburg has also criticised established political figures who, in her view, prioritise diplomatic reputation and international cooperation over domestic economic development.

Unlike movements advocating the wholesale dismantling of government institutions, Floria First supports a powerful federal state capable of implementing nationalist policy.

This combination of anti-establishment language and support for centralised executive authority has become a defining feature of the Halpburg movement.

National conservatism

The movement supports traditional social institutions, religious communities and conservative interpretations of family life.

It opposes several progressive social reforms and advocates greater emphasis on parental authority, patriotic education and religious freedom for established Florian religious institutions.

The Church of Floria and Church of the Holy Lance remain important influences upon sections of the movement, although Floria First is not formally a religious political organisation.

Social conservatism is particularly prominent among the movement's Nazarene supporters.

Authoritarian conservatism

Halpburg's political philosophy places considerable emphasis on executive leadership, administrative discipline and domestic security.

The movement argues that national emergencies, separatist violence and foreign interference require strong federal institutions capable of acting decisively.

It supports expanded intelligence coordination, stricter law enforcement and enhanced federal authority over matters considered essential to national security.

Critics have argued that such policies risk eroding constitutional checks and balances, particularly when combined with proposals for increased oversight of political organisations and digital communications.

Supporters maintain that strong executive government is compatible with constitutional institutions provided that political authority remains grounded in federal law.

Political platform

Economic policy

The economic programme of the 1762 movement is based upon protectionism, economic nationalism and selective state intervention.

Halpburg argues that Floria's prosperity depends upon the strength of domestic industry rather than reliance upon foreign investment or imported manufactured goods.

The movement advocates the use of tariffs, industrial subsidies and preferential government procurement to protect strategic sectors.

Defence manufacturing, energy production, heavy industry, shipbuilding and advanced technology are identified as industries of particular national importance.

The movement also supports targeted tax reductions for businesses that expand domestic production and employment.

Unlike the more economically liberal factions of the UPR, Floria First accepts a significant government role in directing investment towards strategically important industries.

Its programme nevertheless retains support for private ownership, entrepreneurship and competitive domestic markets.

The movement rejects socialism and generally opposes the nationalisation of private industry outside exceptional national-security circumstances.

Trade and foreign investment

Floria First supports the selective restriction of imports considered damaging to domestic industrial capacity.

The movement advocates greater scrutiny of foreign investment in defence, telecommunications, energy infrastructure and other strategically important industries.

Halpburg has criticised the influence of multinational corporations and foreign financial institutions, arguing that excessive economic dependence could limit the government's ability to pursue an independent foreign policy.

The movement favours bilateral trade negotiations over extensive multilateral economic arrangements.

Critics have argued that its protectionist policies could increase consumer prices, reduce competitiveness and provoke retaliatory trade restrictions.

Taxation and public expenditure

The movement supports lower personal and corporate taxation while favouring substantial public investment in national infrastructure and strategic industries.

Halpburg has advocated reducing administrative expenditure, eliminating inefficient subsidies and improving financial accountability within government departments.

The movement opposes extensive wealth taxation and supports incentives for private investment.

Its combination of tax reductions, industrial subsidies and increased defence spending has led critics to question the long-term fiscal implications of the programme.

National defence

Military strength constitutes one of the movement's principal policy commitments.

Floria First supports maintaining the Confederate States Armed Forces as one of the leading military forces on Micras.

The movement advocates increased investment in naval power, advanced aviation, missile defence, autonomous systems and domestic weapons manufacturing.

Halpburg has identified military independence as a necessary consequence of Floxit, arguing that Floria must retain the ability to defend itself without relying upon external military alliances.

The movement supports a professional military and improved conditions for serving personnel and veterans.

It also advocates closer cooperation between military planners, domestic industry and federal research institutions.

Foreign policy

The movement advocates a nationalist and largely non-interventionist foreign policy.

It maintains that the government should avoid becoming involved in foreign conflicts that do not directly threaten Florian security or economic interests.

The withdrawal from the Raspur Pact remains a central achievement in the movement's historical narrative.

Floria First opposes renewed membership of supranational military organisations that could constrain independent Florian decision-making.

However, the movement does not reject international diplomacy or the use of military force abroad.

It supports military intervention where the federal government considers that Florian citizens, territory, strategic infrastructure or essential trade routes are directly threatened.

This position has produced tensions between the movement's non-interventionist supporters and more interventionist national-security conservatives.

Immigration

Immigration restriction is a major component of the movement's domestic agenda.

Floria First advocates stronger border enforcement, expanded immigration screening and restrictions upon unauthorised residence and employment.

The movement supports prioritising applicants whose skills and employment prospects meet identified national economic requirements.

Halpburg has argued that immigration policy should be determined by Florian economic and security priorities rather than international pressure.

The movement opposes unrestricted migration and supports stricter citizenship requirements.

Its proposals have been criticised by the Social Democratic Party and civil liberties organisations, which argue that restrictive enforcement measures risk discriminatory treatment and inadequate legal safeguards.

Law and order

The movement supports stronger policing, enhanced criminal intelligence and more extensive federal coordination against organised crime and terrorism.

The Mesoun Crisis and the Second Florian Civil War are frequently cited by supporters as examples of the consequences of inadequate domestic security.

The movement supports additional investigative powers for intelligence and law enforcement agencies, particularly in cases involving violent separatism and foreign-backed armed organisations.

It also advocates increased penalties for terrorism, organised violent crime and attacks on public officials.

Eastern Florian reconstruction

Reconstruction of Eastern Floria is central to Halpburg's political identity.

Drawing upon her experience with the Eastern Recovery Commission, the movement supports continued investment in infrastructure, industrial development and housing in areas affected by the civil war.

Its proposals emphasise private investment supported by federal industrial incentives and coordinated infrastructure spending.

The movement also supports stricter oversight of reconstruction expenditure and action against corruption.

Halpburg has argued that successful reconstruction requires the integration of Eastern Floria into the national economy rather than indefinite dependence upon emergency assistance.

Critics have challenged the movement's reliance upon private investment and its willingness to link economic reconstruction with expanded federal security supervision.

Territorial unity

Floria First strongly opposes the secession of any Florian state or territory. The movement believes that preserving national territorial integrity is a fundamental responsibility of the federal government. They support the political and economic integration of the Corumese states and the continued development of Port Balaine. Halpburg’s faction places particular emphasis on consolidating existing territories and ensuring stable civil administration. While territorial expansionism remains influential among some movement supporters, the official 1762 programme places greater emphasis on securing and developing existing Florian territory.

Education

The movement supports the retention of state responsibility for education following the abolition of the federal Department of Education.

They advocate for patriotic education, increased parental involvement, and the promotion of Florian constitutional history.

The movement also supports vocational training and technical education that meets domestic industrial requirements.

Furthermore, they oppose educational programmes that supporters characterise as ideologically progressive or hostile to traditional Florian institutions.

Healthcare

Floria First supports the continuation of universal healthcare, reflecting the longstanding position of the UPR.

The movement advocates greater administrative efficiency, investment in domestic medical research and improvements in regional healthcare provision.

It also supports private-sector participation in healthcare delivery where this is compatible with maintaining universal access.

Social issues

The movement maintains conservative positions on abortion, marriage, gender policy and religious institutions.

It supports restrictions on abortion and opposes the expansion of several forms of progressive social legislation.

Floria First also supports civilian firearm ownership, restrictions on illegal drugs and greater recognition of traditional religious institutions in national life.

These positions have contributed to the movement's support among religious conservatives but remain controversial among younger and socially liberal voters.

Organisation and leadership

Rachael Halpburg

Rachael Halpburg is regarded as the principal leader and ideological architect of the 1762 movement.

Her leadership has combined nationalist rhetoric with a technocratic emphasis on administrative efficiency, economic planning and central government coordination.

Unlike earlier Floria First campaigns, which were dominated by presidential candidates, the 1762 movement has developed a political identity centred upon its vice-presidential leader.

Halpburg's position within the federal government has provided the movement with influence over policy development, although it remains organisationally distinct from the formal executive institutions of the Confederate States.

Her anticipated succession to the presidency in 1768 has contributed to the movement's importance within the UPR.

Relationship with the UPR

Floria First operates as an ideological faction and political organisation within the United Party of the Republic rather than as an independent political party.

Its members contest elections under the UPR banner and participate in the party's existing organisational structures.

By 1762, Floria First constitutes the dominant tendency within the UPR's nationalist-populist wing.

However, the movement has not completely displaced other established factions.

One-nation conservatives generally favour a more conciliatory approach to political institutions and social policy, while traditional Trumanists place greater emphasis upon the political legacy of Ronald Trueman and his family.

The Nazarene right shares many of Floria First's social positions but is more closely associated with religious conservatism.

Internal factions

The movement contains several overlapping ideological tendencies.

Faction Principal priorities
Halpburg loyalists Strong executive authority, industrial policy, economic sovereignty and national-security reform.
Traditional Trumanists Continuation of the Trueman political legacy, military strength, nationalism and conservative government.
Economic nationalists Protectionism, industrial development, domestic investment and restrictions upon foreign control of strategic assets.
Social conservatives Traditional family values, religious institutions, restrictive abortion policy and conservative education.
Non-interventionists Opposition to extensive foreign military commitments and renewed dependence upon international alliances.
Security nationalists Strong federal intelligence powers, strict law enforcement and uncompromising opposition to separatist violence.

Although these factions generally support Halpburg's leadership, disagreements exist over the appropriate level of government intervention in the economy, the limits of federal authority and the use of military force abroad.

Political support

Geographical base

The movement draws support from several traditional UPR constituencies.

Its strongest organisational networks are associated with conservative regions of Southern and Central Floria, particularly areas where nationalism, religious conservatism and support for the armed forces are prominent.

Halpburg's personal political background in Southern Ontario provides an important connection with industrial and conservative communities in the region.

The movement also maintains an increasingly significant presence in Eastern Floria through supporters of the Eastern Recovery Commission and reconstruction programmes.

However, support in the former conflict regions remains politically divided, particularly where local communities oppose enhanced federal security powers.

Social and economic support

Floria First appeals to a broad conservative coalition including:

  • Industrial and manufacturing workers concerned about international competition.
  • Domestic business owners supportive of protectionist measures and tax incentives.
  • Military personnel and veterans.
  • Religious and socially conservative voters.
  • Rural and suburban Republican communities.
  • Voters supporting stricter immigration controls.
  • Nationalists opposed to renewed membership of international military alliances.
  • Supporters of Halpburg's reconstruction and national-security policies.

The movement's combination of economic intervention and conservative social policy has distinguished it from both traditional free-market conservatism and social-democratic politics.

1762 presidential election

The movement became an influential component of the UPR's political organisation during the 1762 Florian presidential election.

Although President Ronald Trueman Jr. remained the incumbent presidential figure, Halpburg increasingly acted as the principal spokesperson for the movement's wider political programme.

The 1762 election provided an opportunity for Floria First to promote its economic, social and national-security agenda while maintaining continuity with the governing administration.

Halpburg's campaigning emphasised industrial development, border security, military independence and the continued reconstruction of Eastern Floria.

The movement also sought to consolidate the UPR's electoral support ahead of the anticipated presidential transition in 1768.

The election campaign helped establish Halpburg as a leading national conservative figure independently of her formal office as Vice President.

Campaign priorities

The principal themes promoted by the movement during the election were:

Issue Position
National sovereignty Continued independence from the Raspur Pact and resistance to supranational political authority.
Economy Domestic industrial expansion, protectionism and restrictions upon foreign economic influence.
Defence Modernisation of the armed forces and preservation of independent military capabilities.
Immigration Stronger border enforcement and restrictive immigration policy.
Eastern Floria Completion of reconstruction and integration of former conflict regions.
National security Stronger counterterrorism institutions and expanded federal intelligence coordination.
Social policy Conservative family policy, religious institutions and opposition to progressive social reforms.
Government Strong presidential leadership, administrative discipline and more centralised coordination of national policy.

Opposition and criticism

Accusations of authoritarianism

The movement has attracted criticism for its support of increased executive authority, expanded surveillance powers and stronger federal supervision of political organisations.

Opponents argue that these positions could weaken the independence of state governments, courts and democratic institutions.

Particular concern has been expressed over proposals to expand monitoring of organisations considered potential threats to national unity.

The movement maintains that enhanced security powers are necessary to prevent renewed separatist violence and external interference.

Economic criticism

Economic liberals have criticised Halpburg's industrial programme for its reliance upon tariffs, government incentives and restrictions upon foreign investment.

They argue that protectionism risks increasing prices, reducing competition and discouraging international investment.

Other critics have questioned whether the movement's commitment to low taxation is compatible with ambitious defence, reconstruction and infrastructure expenditure.

Supporters contend that industrial independence and long-term domestic investment justify a more interventionist approach to strategically important sectors.

Civil liberties and minority rights

Civil liberties organisations and opposition politicians have criticised the movement's positions on immigration, reproductive rights and gender-related legislation.

Its social policies have been accused of prioritising traditionalist institutions at the expense of individual liberties.

The movement's supporters maintain that such policies reflect legitimate conservative political preferences and the importance of preserving Florian social traditions.

Relationship with the Florian National Vanguard

The movement has also been scrutinised over ideological similarities with elements of the nationalist far right.

The Florian National Vanguard Party, previously excluded from electoral participation over concerns regarding democratic stability, occupied a more radical position within Florian nationalist politics.

Although Floria First is associated with the governing UPR rather than the Vanguard, critics have questioned whether the movement's harder nationalist supporters could facilitate the mainstream acceptance of more extreme political ideas.

The movement's official leadership maintains its organisational separation from independent extremist groups.

Political significance

The emergence of Halpburg's movement marked an important development in Florian conservative politics.

For much of its history, the United Party of the Republic had been organised around influential presidents and competing traditions of nationalism, economic liberalism and social conservatism.

The 1762 movement sought to bring these tendencies together under a more disciplined political organisation.

Its economic programme represented a notable departure from the traditional preference of many UPR politicians for minimal state intervention.

At the same time, its support for strong executive government reflected the growing importance of national-security concerns following the Second Florian Civil War.

The movement also strengthened the political position of Rachael Halpburg, who increasingly became regarded as the principal prospective successor to Ronald Trueman Jr.

By 1762 AN, Floria First had become an influential force within the governing party and a central element in debates over the future political direction of the Confederate States.

See also

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