1856 Galcean Federal Election

1856 Galcean federal election
Federal elections were held in Galcea on October 15, 1856 to elect all 501 members to the Galcean Chamber of Senators.

Daniel A. Scott was widely popular as prime minister. He was able to successfully root out corruption in the federal government, raise tariffs, and won the war against Kortaine in early 1852. A peace deal was signed where no territory for either side was lost, but Kortaine had to pay the US a certain amount of money. Despite the victory in the war, and a decent economy, Scott faced a popular opponent. Blackburn traveled the country, delivering speeches where ever he could, helping his cause. Scott was also criticized for his brutal native policy, which Blackburn heavily criticized.

Nearing election day, it seemed as if the election would be extremely close, with neither side having an apparent advantage.

Results
Blackburn led the Liberals to a shocking victory, as they won 37 seats and a 10 seat majority in parliament. Despite their victory, there would be large fears on if Blackburn could hold together the fracturing party.