He is Already a Tycoon at a Young Age! - Chapter 50



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Episode 50

Episode 50 – King Maker

“The black cat and white cat that Mr. Hitler spoke of has become a buzzword among our colored people.”

The man across from me said.

“There is no reason to discriminate between black and white cats as long as they can catch mice. If you join our NAACP…”

“Thank you for your kind words, but I will think about that.”

I said.

The man sitting across from me is DuBois.

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People.

He was a founder of the NAACP.

Unlike Black Power, which advocates black supremacy, it is moderate…

“I don’t think I can give you a definitive answer right now.”

To begin with, I am originally Korean.

I don’t care about race, like Asian, white, or black.

‘But revealing it publicly in this day and age is a different story.’

Jim Crow laws that enforced segregation of blacks and whites in public places.

For example, let’s say you are directly opposed to this law.

‘White people and people of other races have the right to use the same bathroom and sit on the same bus!’

If you said something like that in this day and age, you would most likely be treated like a crazy person.

If you try to teach them by force, it will only have the opposite effect.

Even in the 21st century, we still have headaches from the problem of extreme PC movement.

Everyone has values ​​that they have developed since childhood.

‘It’s hard to change that in a short period of time.’

The only way is to raise a new generation by slowly changing the culture.

Especially old people never change their values.

Du Bois sighed as if he had expected what I said.

“I guess that’s what Mr. Hitler says too.”

“I, like you, dream of an equal society. But first, we need to change the atmosphere of society.”

“If it’s the atmosphere of society…”

“The last World War played a major role in the passage of the Women’s Suffrage Act this time.”

It’s the same in the UK as in the US. As women enter the workforce, their voices grow louder.

“We black people fought in the Great War, risking our lives just like white people. But nothing much changed. Instead, when white soldiers returned to the mainland, they lost all their jobs.”

“Change always takes a long time.”

The black civil rights movement began in earnest after the end of World War II and the Korean War.

It has become a natural thing in the 21st century.

As social climate changes, actual policies also change.

Even if I try to teach Americans now, it won’t be effective.

But what about this?

“I believe that minorities can be very talented if given the opportunity. You may not be able to join the NAACP, but I will give you another opportunity.”

“What would you say if there were another opportunity?”

DuBois leaned forward and asked.

A tone mixed with a hint of doubt.

“First of all, radio broadcasting for minorities is possible. Isn’t there a black professional baseball league? Baseball broadcasting can start at any time.”

In the early history of radio, it was predominantly white. Even the broadcasts aimed at black people were all done by white people.

I can bring this forward without any problem.

No, it’s actually beneficial.

‘Giving job opportunities to minorities while also increasing profits and managing the image.’

It feels like I’m trying to get as much out of it as possible without crossing the line.

If we provide jobs without discrimination, we can win points for blacks and other races.

I’m thinking of getting actively involved in the goods business too.

Baseball gloves, player cards, etc.

The white professional league already has a solid vested interest.

It’s hard to break through, but it’s a different story in a new league.

There is demand, but supply is lacking.

From a capitalist standpoint, what market could be more attractive than this?

“Rube Foster recently founded the Negro National League. He would be delighted to hear Mr. Hitler’s proposal.”

DuBois said with a smile.

“I was mistaken. Mr. Hitler is different from other businessmen.”

“You could say he’s the most greedy entrepreneur. Money has no color.”

I looked at Dubois and smiled. His eyes seemed touched by something.

It’s burdensome.

Black cat, white cat.

What difference does it make whether it’s black money or white money?

‘Uncle Hitler fighting for racial equality.’

I unconsciously smacked my lips.

I think this image could be useful too.

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November 1920.

In America, the heat of radio debate still lingered.

“Okay, everyone, come this way! The polling place will open soon! Come one by one!”

As voting began, voters rushed inside en masse.

Some people clicked their tongues as they watched the women enter the polling station.

“Women voting? Tsk tsk. This is the end of the world.”

“Stop it, Henry. In Europe, women have been allowed to vote for years now.”

“That’s why we won the war! Can you trust politicians elected by women?!”

Despite their grumbling, thousands of women voted for the first time.

The radio broadcast the voting situation across the country, capturing the attention of many people.

There is no place to sit in the radio restaurant, so people have to stand and drink.

“You guys over there! You have 4 hours to order again! How many hours have you been sitting here?!”

“I know! Just order it! You’re like Scrooge.”

The heat that had been slowly boiling over finally exploded when the vote counting began late in the evening.

The cost of babysitting children while their parents are out is more than five times the usual price.

“This is the Tesla Broadcasting Board of Elections. Ohio has Harding, Texas has Cox, and more…”

As the vote counting continued, some amateur broadcasters reported incorrectly.

Every time, people tuned in to Tesla’s radio station, getting nervous.

The only place where an election committee was established was Tesla Broadcasting Station.

The information was also quick and fast.

“So who won in the end?”

“Shh, they’re counting the votes right now, so just wait. You’ll know soon.”

Newspaper employees also listened to the radio while working through the night.

Some newspapers even published separate reports for Cox’s win and Harding’s win.

As midnight approached, the outlines finally took shape.

“Harding! Republican candidate Warren Harding wins!”

At the same time, Republican supporters cheered. They toasted with glasses of moonshine.

“Let’s go back to a normal country! To a normal era!”

Shouts erupted from all over the streets.

“If you’re a Republican, stop drinking alcohol! You idiots! How can you talk about a normal country when you’re drinking moonshine or perm!”

People woke up and opened their windows and shouted. Laughter and cheers mixed together and resonated like music through the streets.

“Let’s go back to normal!”

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The next morning

New York

Hitler Company

‘With this, Republican candidate Warren Harding has won. The White House sent a congratulatory letter to President-elect Harding, and at the upcoming White House banquet…’

The office was filled with the sound of chaotic conversation.

Edison, Tesla, Richter, Joseph Kennedy, Roy Disney, Carnegie, Edwin Armstrong, etc.

They all enjoyed the party and had lively conversations.

A friendly atmosphere.

I too was sipping a cocktail and feeling good.

Edison and Tesla clinked their glasses and said:

“I heard they’re going to throw me a parade in Hollywood this time. How about you come, Nicola? I’d be willing to let you come, as long as you stand behind me.”

“Edison’s pride cannot be overcome even after several years. I have to go to the Radio Parade later, so I will decline.”

“A radio parade. If anyone heard you, they’d think you invented radio.”

“If someone were to hear this, they would think that Mr. Edison invented the light bulb. After all, weren’t most inventions made by assistants?”

“If I made a sound film, you wouldn’t be able to say the same thing, right?”

“Okay, both of you calm down.”

Edwin Armstrong stepped in between the two and stopped them.

Don’t those two ever get tired?

It seems like these brothers who don’t get along well fight each other every day.

“So what I’m saying is that now that the Republicans are in power, our businesses will do better.”

“Well, the economy isn’t that good right now, so it’s going to be tough.”

Richter, Joseph, Roy and Carnegie were busy talking politics.

Seeing this sight gave me a mysterious feeling.

‘When I first started, I felt lost.’

Somehow I managed to get here.

The Valkyrie guy who dropped me here probably didn’t know I would adapt this well.

I read the front page of the morning paper carefully.

“The differences have become greater than in the original history.”

Warren Harding and the Republicans’ landslide victory.

Cox suffered a defeat more brutal than the original.

‘The discussion might have had an impact.’

Throughout the radio debate, Harding had the upper hand, with his calm voice and clear frame of normalcy.

Cox, on the other hand, appeared constantly uneasy and could neither agree nor disagree with the League of Nations.

It would have been better if Roosevelt had taken charge.

‘Roosevelt was ahead in support for the vice presidency.’

Roosevelt used radio more actively than anyone else.

Speeches, policy pledges, etc.

But no matter how hard a vice presidential candidate runs, there is a limit.

‘Warren Harding and Roosevelt.’

Both of them got positive images from me.

“By the way, everything from A to Z, Hitler, went exactly as you said.”

Joseph Kennedy came up to me and said,

“Thanks to you, I was able to move to a bigger house this time. People’s perceptions of me have also changed.”

“It’s a big house. It’s something to celebrate.”

It’s about time I got a proper home.

I’ll have to look into it later when I have time.

Joseph opened his mouth again.

“How about coming to the Republican headquarters with me today? We should go and say congratulations. And maybe get a face painting while we’re at it.”

“No, I think I’ll stop by the Democratic Party first. I guess I can stop by the Republican Party headquarters later.”

“You’re going to go to the Democratic Party first? What if you end up getting into trouble?”

Joseph asked with a look of surprise. I shook my head and said,

“The Republican Party headquarters will be packed with people who have come to celebrate anyway. Even if we go, we won’t be noticed.”

People tend to flock to winners. Few go to console losers.

“It won’t be a problem if I stop by later. Harding and Coolidge won’t be hostile to me either.”

“So you’re saying that you’re trying to score some more points for the Democratic Party? I don’t think that’s wrong…”

Joseph touched his chin with a thoughtful expression.

“People tend to remember the friends who come to them in their most miserable moments.”

“That’s exactly what I’m saying.”

I said with a smile.

The atmosphere at the Democratic Party headquarters right now is obvious.

Aren’t the people involved leaving one by one with rotten expressions on their faces?

An empty election headquarters.

In that kind of atmosphere, I can show off my presence.

“Is Cox that important?”

“Cox? No, he’s not that important. He’ll be forgotten soon after this election. More important is the former Assistant Secretary of the Navy.”

Franklin Roosevelt.

If it’s FDR, it’s worth accumulating points for.

Joseph nodded after hearing what I said.

“Roosevelt. He certainly stood out more than Cox in this election. He also used the radio quite well.”

“The most important thing is that the Republican Party will not last forever.”

Having said that, I packed my fedora and coat.

“If the Democratic Party ever gets a chance, Roosevelt will become president.”

Even if something happens and the atmosphere isn’t like that…

Why don’t you make me president?

Roosevelt’s kingmaker.

This seems okay too.