At the same time, it was obvious that the people were demanding someone to step up and impose order in the state. Päts and Laidoned were willing to provide this, by exploiting any opportunities.
Samuti õhkus rahva seast selge soov, et keegi paneks riigis üle pika aja lõpuks maksma korra. Seda olidki niiPäts kui ka Laidoner igati valmis õiget hetke ära kasutades tegema.