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In particular, there was a revolt by miners in Asturias, which was suppressed by the army. The left could not simply abide by the outcome of the election, and instead of achieving their goals by constitutional means, they opted for violent methods. <ref>Vincent, Mary (2007). ''Spain, 1833–2002''. Oxford, UK; New York: Oxford University Press</ref>

The weakened government eventually collapsed, and new elections were called for 1936. The General Election saw a victory for a left-wing alliance of parties, including Communists, Anarchists, and Socialists. Regional parties also supported this government. They immediately launched an ambitious program of reforms, especially land reform to meet the ‘expectations of the urban and rural poor,’ that alienated many in the Spanish elite.<ref>Preston, 7.</ref> Many Spaniards believed that a communist revolution was imminent.