He is Already a Tycoon at a Young Age! - Chapter 117



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Episode 117 – Big Data

Campobello Island

“How are you feeling, Franklin?”

I looked around the bedroom.

The doctors and Eleanor Roosevelt stood by, looking worried.

“It seems that what Mr. Hitler said was right.”

Roosevelt said with a faint smile.

His face was slightly pale, but there didn’t seem to be any major problems.

“So, it really is like polio. I sent all the children away for now, but…”

“The children did not show any symptoms, so they will be fine.”

The doctor who said that turned his head towards me.

“In the case of adult polio, early response is important. For now, it seems like we have passed the critical point.”

“Then that’s good.”

Now it was time for Roosevelt to contract polio.

Was it something to do with Campobello Island?

‘It was a good thing we gathered the specialists together in advance.’

They brought famous polio doctors to the United States under the pretext of a symposium.

It was a pretty expensive investment, but it was a good one.

We should take this opportunity to establish cooperative relationships with hospitals and research institutes.

Currently, only Hitler Company is mass producing Compound H.

It would be difficult to ignore my request.

“You may have trouble walking, but if you use a cane, it won’t be a big problem.”

“A cane at this age? This is a bit unfair.”

Roosevelt smiled and got up from bed.

Trembling legs.

But I could walk with a cane.

He gestured to Eleanor, who was trying to support him, that it was okay.

‘It’s in much better condition than the original history.’

Originally, Roosevelt became paralyzed on one side of his body due to polio.

Without a wheelchair, he could not move and had to live in a nursing home for several years.

“I owe Mr. Hitler a lot again. It was the same with the last scandal, and the amount I receive keeps increasing…”

“Didn’t you help me with the Rocketman trial? Consider this a gesture of gratitude, Franklin.”

It’s in my interest if you remain in politics.

The Hitler Company headquarters is in New York. If the governor of New York is on my side, business will be that much easier.

“What are your plans for the gubernatorial election?”

“I have no intention of giving up the election just because my legs are a little shaky. If I miss this opportunity, I will be sucking my thumb for the next few years.”

Roosevelt spoke in a firm tone.

“Once the Harding scandal has completely died down, the name Roosevelt will soon be forgotten.”

“…”

I guess he’s still planning to run for governor. After all, he gained popularity because of the Harding scandal.

‘I have to keep this momentum going all the way to the governor’s office.’

The governorship is a shortcut to the presidency, and then you can aim for the White House.

“This may actually be a good thing.”

“Is that a good thing?”

Eleanor asked with a surprised expression.

“People love stories of hardship and overcoming, Mrs. Roosevelt. It will help you in your campaign.”

Beethoven lost his hearing

Stephen Hawking, who suffered from Lou Gehrig’s disease

Helen Keller, who had neither hearing nor sight

etc.

The narrative of suffering has been especially important in politics.

Stories about successful people from the beginning are not very popular.

Is this too much of a marketing idea?

“As expected, Mr. Hitler is always looking for gems in the dirt. During the radio hearings, the tax investigation, and the Rocketman trial…”

As Roosevelt was speaking, Eleanor interrupted.

“It would be a great help if Mr. Hitler could help us in this gubernatorial election.”

“Eleanor, don’t talk nonsense.”

“But it’s true. Mr. Hitler also supports the Democratic Party’s policies. Isn’t that right?”

“I support the League of Nations and other Democratic Party policies, but…”

It’s very damaging to blatantly take one side.

Imagine following Roosevelt around giving speeches in support of him.

‘Then the Republican fans will fall away.’

The Harding scandal was devastating, but it is being forgotten just as quickly.

The next few years will be the golden age of the Republican Party.

‘That’s exactly why I only put forward vague values ​​like democracy, freedom, and equality.’

These were values ​​shared by all Americans, regardless of race, political party, or class.

It’s better to be a secret society than to take one side and divide the fans.

“Radio has now become an important element in elections. Even if you have a little trouble with your legs, you will have no problem campaigning.”

I said with a smile.

“You don’t have to go around the field to give a speech. We will actively support that.”

“It would be enough if Mr. Hitler would help us have a fair election.”

Roosevelt nodded.

This guy is also a political expert, so he must have noticed my plan.

There is no need to bother with professionals.

“I heard that letters are still pouring into Hitler Company headquarters. How on earth did you find all those oil fields?”

“Would you believe me if I told you it was thanks to astrology?”

“I never thought someone like Mr. Hitler would believe in astrology.”

Roosevelt burst out laughing.

“I may have to use astrology to find out if I can win this gubernatorial election.”

“Mr. Roosevelt will win this election.”

A Democratic hero who exposed the Harding scandal. A father and husband who overcame polio.

Could there be a better story than this?

“You can know that much without using astrology.”

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British Empire

London

Buckingham Palace

“There is a problem with this visit to North America.”

“Problem? What do you mean?”

Two men in suits were talking.

“He wants to meet Adolf Hitler, and in public.”

“Hitler? You mean that German businessman?”

“Yes, you strongly want Hitler to be included in the American welcoming committee. How should we do that?”

“If there was talk of the British royal family meeting a German businessman… it would be a bit awkward.”

“I think so too. But since he is so stubborn in his request…”

“Then there’s nothing we can do. After all, didn’t Hitler find Compound H with Dr. Fleming? Maybe public opinion won’t be so bad.”

The Foreign Minister said with a deep sigh.

“Let’s ask the White House first. I hope nothing weird happens.”

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New York

Hitler Company Headquarters

“It will take at least several more weeks to go through all the letters and mail I have received so far.”

Edward Bernays, head of marketing for the Hitler Company, said:

“They said they wouldn’t even open it in the New Jersey Standard for fear of a bomb inside.”

“It’s the exact opposite of our situation.”

As I said that, I looked at the floor. The typewriter’s sound had been echoing downstairs for several days.

Hundreds of typewriters and computers (calculator).

Everyone was organizing letters and mail information.

“All donations received through letters must be transparently disclosed. We cannot ruin our image by obsessing over a few pennies. We must monitor closely to ensure that no one embezzles them.”

“We have also added additional personnel to monitor the opening of letters.”

Bernays nodded.

“There has never been a campaign in Western history, or even in the history of the world, that has been this successful. There has never been a company that has received so many letters of support.”

“It’s like the cow backing down and catching a rat. I never intended to start a campaign like this.”

“yes?”

“It’s a proverb from the East.”

The original plan was to put some pressure on Standard Oil to sell off its oil fields.

But as the public took to the bait, it grew into a national event.

“Now that it’s come to this, we can’t end it here.”

If you get on the back of a tiger, you have to keep running whether you like it or not.

“We need to frame this as a victory for the American people, not as our victory.”

“American victory? How can you say that?”

“We need to make it look like Americans have joined forces to defeat the evil corporation, Standard.”

I was lost in thought.

What did the people who supported me want?

The very implementation of justice.

Defeat evil and establish justice.

It’s one of the most primal political instincts of humans.

“Let’s first organize the information of the people who sent letters and then send them gifts.”

“If it’s a gift…”

“It doesn’t have to be anything fancy. A pin, a badge, or a sticker will do. Anything that makes people feel proud of themselves. Something they can put on their clothes or their car.”

[It fills the self-esteem and happiness of those who donate.]

A method often used by 21st century charities.

There aren’t many organizations that just accept donations and then keep their mouths shut.

Certificates, thank you letters, pens, etc.

These small gifts fill the donors with a sense of self-satisfaction and encourage additional donations.

You can also subtly brag to others about being a giving angel.

“It would be a loss if we sent such gifts to small donors.”

“I can easily afford that level of loss. It’s just a drop in the bucket compared to my other businesses.”

I said.

“I think badges and car stickers would be good. Other people would be able to see them easily.”

“Then other people who see it will become interested too.”

Bernays muttered.

“If it gives supporters a sense of social superiority and non-participation a sense of pressure…”

“More people will join in the donation. It would be nice to have a plaque with the names of the donors engraved on it at the Compound H factory.”

“I’ll find out right away. I always learn something when I work with Mr. Hitler.”

Bernays burst out laughing.

“We might be able to unite the support groups that have been scattered so far.”

“Let’s aim for that too. Let’s center around the H Club.”

Let’s try something like the International Exchange Association.

At the time, there were no large donation organizations like UNICEF.

How about taking this opportunity to create such a group?

I think we can expand the Hope Foundation a bit more.

‘If I manage donations transparently, my reputation will go up.’

Rocketman, Disney, democracy, Germans, immigrant union, etc.

It also serves as an excuse to unite my scattered supporters.

“Oh, and make sure to organize all the mail information without missing anything. And make sure to put in additional safety measures to prevent it from being leaked.”

“If you mean information… something like an address?”

“Yes, and you can probably guess someone’s race or age from their name.”

I remembered what Amelia had said.

‘You’ve acquired a tremendous treasure. You’ve easily obtained the list of supporters.’

The people who sent the letters were people who supported me.

Based on this, we can analyze the data. Which region or state has more supporters.

Women, men, young, old, etc.

We can group them together to find out information.

‘It’s such an obvious thought in the 21st century…’

In this era, the concept of utilizing this kind of information did not even exist.

At best, it is used for advertising by newspapers.

“If you use the data collected in this way, it will be easier to devise new strategies later.”

Depending on the state, it becomes easier to use different promotional strategies or decide on which areas to attack.

“We need to hire more administrative staff. I don’t know why I never thought of that before.”

Bernays muttered, then clapped his hands as if he had realized something.

“How about sending them a promotional material or a questionnaire in addition to the gift? That way, we can get more information.”

“That’s a good idea, but imagine if you received letters like that every day.”

Is there anything more annoying than spam email? I guess there’s no word for it yet.

“If we do that, a new word will be created: Hitler Mail. It won’t have a very good meaning.”

“Then, as plausibly as possible…”

As Bernays was speaking, Richter opened the door to the office and came in.

“Ah, Alf. I got the call you were waiting for.”

“You got a call? The White House?”

“Oh, no. New Jersey Standard. I’ve been waiting for you all this time.”

Richter gestured for them to come out quickly.

“I would like to start negotiations regarding the genetic zone. I have invited us to Standard headquarters.”

“It’s a little later than I thought.”

New Jersey Standard.

Now it’s time to slowly wrap things up.

As it happens, there is a specialist who is good at this kind of thing.

“Please call Joseph too.”

I said, standing up.

I’m the one holding the knife right now.

Information on all known genetic regions up to the 21st century is available.

No matter how standard it is, something like this cannot be predicted.

The opponent is blindfolded and hit with a club.

I held the gun with my eyes open.

How can I get a reputation for beating the standard?

“I need to make a concrete plan first.”