Union Socialist Party

Union Socialist Party Partido de Unión Socialismo
Abbreviation	PUS
Leader	Jesus Andrade
Deputy Leader	Fabián Saenz
Presidium	Nicolas Menezes Passos
Founder	Rodrigo Itocuih Madero Obispo
Founded	February 12, 2003 (2003-02-12)
Merged into	Cárinansian Socialist Party (2029)
Headquarters	12 Tallarte Avenue, Tlajoyotl
Newspaper	Union Socialist Journal
Membership (2125)	148,559,728
Ideology	Union Socialism Unification of Suroikoia Redistribution of wealth via wealth taxes Universal Basic Income of $3,000
International affiliation	Collective of Suroikoian Socialists
Slogan	Todos Iguales
Representation in the National Congress	352 / 513
Representation in State Governorships	15 / 25
Representation in Provincial Councils	219 / 378
Website
pus.cn

The Union Socialist Party is one of the two major parties in the Cárinansian National Congress, having a largely progressive manifesto in favour of a strong government and expansion of borders. Thus far, the PUS ideology has resulted in the annexation of Kangsu in 2042, but since then no progress has been made. Several proposals by the party to reorganise the Serenacy in a constitutional convention and annex Villeurçon, Kostona, Monteguerias, Ochamina, Maharlika, and Aparicia to facilitate the rise to superpower status have been authored during the the Escribano Presidency, but have failed to gain the support of the Union State Socialists and Mercantile Socialists.

Founded in 2003 by President RIMO, it was a result of his Union Socialist Manifesto. The next year, he was elected to a local state senator position. He remained in minor roles until his election in 2029 as Governor of Ipudorm, after which he gained the Presidency. Only during his governorship did other prominent PUS members emerge, such as Chimalcotzin de Campos, as a National Congress Senator for San Luis.

In 2041, after the National Congress saw a massive PUS increase of 250 new members, alongside the greatest ever PRC loss in history, the party was able to pass through several pieces of legislation without support from non-Socialist parties. Crucially, this involved a massive increase in government spending to finance several new, concurrent government projects.

Ideological Factions

Commonwealth Socialism

An ideological faction characterised by its radical stance on economic equality and social justice, it represents the most progressive wing of the party, pushing for bold policies aimed at creating a fairer and more egalitarian society. Most political scholars describe this faction as a descendant of the original Maderist Union Socialism described in the Union Socialist Manifesto.

Although advocating for a unified Suroikoia, the maintenance of local autonomy to allow for a bottom-up approach is considered central to the ideology. Curbing the powers of the central government to allow for greater local planning, while positioning the government to act as a moderating, supervisory power over the states is considered to be a more radical element of the ideology. A smaller Serene government, with strong regional governments is favoured, with a strong focus on regional Dirigisme underneath an overarching national policy.

Despite maintaining strong regionalism, the ideology also advocates for high levels of integration between the country's various regions, as is evident from Escribano's expansion of the Interstate Maglev.

Union State Socialism

At the core of Union State Socialism is a belief in the importance of a robust central government with extensive powers to regulate the economy, implement social programs, and maintain social order. They argue that a centralised authority is necessary to coordinate complex national projects, redistribute resources effectively, and ensure the welfare of all citizens.

Union State Socialists endorse a harsh, progressive taxation system as a means of funding social programs and reducing economic inequality. They believe that the wealthy should bear a disproportionate burden of taxation, with higher income brackets and corporations subjected to increasingly steep tax rates. Revenue generated from these taxes would be used to fund expansive social welfare programs, infrastructure projects, and public services, all administered by the central government.

In matters of unification, Union State Socialism takes a militaristic approach if it deems it in the "judged interests of the Suroikoian people." They argue that a unified Suroikoia under a single centralized authority would be more stable, prosperous, and capable of facing external threats. This approach may involve the use of military force or coercion to bring reluctant regions or nations into the fold, justified as a necessary step toward achieving the greater good for all Suroikoians. They have been described as being favourable towards a "translucent democracy". It is typically described as the most radical wing of the party.

Mercantile Socialism

A unique faction within the Union Socialist party that blends socialist principles with a focus on economic nationalism and state-led industrialisation, this faction emphasizes the importance of strategic economic planning and intervention by the state to promote domestic industries, protect national interests, and achieve self-sufficiency. At the heart of Mercantile Socialism is the belief in the central role of the state in the economy. Unlike other factions that may advocate for more decentralized approaches, Mercantile Socialists argue for a strong government presence in guiding and regulating economic activity. They believe that by strategically directing investment and resources, the state can stimulate growth in key sectors and ensure the stability of the economy. Unlike other factions of the party, many proponents of this ideology advocate for the establishment of a rigid Carinansian Sphere of Influence instead of a unified Suroikoian State.

One of the central tenets of Mercantile Socialism is economic nationalism. They prioritize the development and protection of domestic industries, often through measures such as tariffs, subsidies, and quotas. This protectionist approach aims to shield local businesses from foreign competition and promote self-sufficiency, reducing dependency on international markets. Unlike some other factions within the Union Socialist party, Mercantile Socialists may be more pragmatic and willing to compromise on certain ideological principles in pursuit of their economic goals. They are often open to collaboration with business interests and may adopt policies that are seen as more moderate or centrist in nature, as long as they serve the broader objectives of promoting economic growth and national strength.

Moreover, mercantile socialism promotes a mixed economy model that combines elements of both public and private ownership. While they recognize the efficiency and innovation that can arise from private enterprise, mercantile socialists believe that certain industries and sectors are better suited for public ownership or control. This may include natural monopolies, essential services, and industries deemed critical to national security and welfare.