J Andres Presidential Election, 2072

The 2072 J Andres Presidential Election was held on October 29, 2072 to elect the President of J Andres.

Background
The center of power in North America was shifting, as California, North Mexico, and the North American Commonwealth integrated the newly formed SSR into their western alliance. The four nations grew leaps and bounds economically compared to the other North American neighbors. Foreign Affairs Minister Charlotte Laurent was displeased with President Emily Gibbons stance on the new alliance of four and felt J Andres should take a tougher, more aggressive stance against them. Laurent ran as the Anchor party candidate while Diego Salamanca, Governor of Lanier and regional restaurant magnate was nominated as the Communist party candidate. Emily Gibbons was elected to her third term as President, albeit by a smaller margin than in 2068.

Appointments
Emily Gibbons replaced her Minister of Foreign Affairs, as Charlotte Laurent ran against her in the election.
 * Minister of Foreign Affairs -- Nora Chavez
 * Minister of War and Defense -- Thomas Malvern
 * Minister of Domestic Affairs -- Marissa Roth