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Region: Libertatem
As I said a few weeks ago, to prevent distress I will remain neutral to fulfill my duties.
Office of the Attorney General
With the Flag Act being proposed, the question of the implementation of the vote also comes into question.
I ruled that it would be done as a Constitutional Amendment. After arguments, I directed the decision to the President.
He agreed to make it an Amendment vote. He made this decision in telegram to the Cabinet.
http://www.nationstates.net/page=tg/tgid=9825429
Which would make it the Flag Amendment.
I wanted to establish the precedent for changing the region's flag as part of a larger amendment, but I suppose this works.
Minerva, if you can make your bill an amendment proposal, and go into further detail about how we, as a region, would change the flag should we ever desire to, it would have my support.
Very well.
I say nay, we have an official flag and there is no reason to change it.
I am inclined to disagree with you. The war on communism may be an important part of our region but regardless of your views on the war, it should not be the defining factor of our region. It is the equivalent of the US having an image of the Al Qaeda flag with a cross through it as its flag. We have a brillant region which should symbolise Liberty and Freedom, not war against the opposite.
Bravo. This is the good version of what I was going to say.
Communism is a threat to Liberty and Freedom, and the flag represents fighting against it. We will have to agree to disagree, I say we keep the flag we have.
Exactly, it is, but I don't think that should be our defining characteristic. Okay, I'll agree to differ.
Our total existence as a region is measured more than simply the war. Whilst still big part of our identity, it has become only a part of what we represent and advocate in the Nationstates multiverse.
And of course I could go over the utilitarian benefits of changing the flag as well.
Haha. Good to see other who understand the importance of this.
We aren't voting, neither house. So, casting a yea or nay vote is unnecessary. Besides, on an amendment vote, Board is confidential.
Which in your view would be.....
I am just expressing my disagreement
Diplomacy, international cooperation, anti-fascism, anti-WAism, and just goofy stuff?
"Our flag is not just one of many political points of view. Rather, the flag is a symbol of our national unity." -Adrian Cronauer
We stand for our flag for no other purpose than to stand for Libertatem. Our flag represents everything that we are or have been since our conception.
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Miencraft
The RLP is like a North Korean radio station, blaring propaganda 24/7.
no u
*Writes down Minerva on RLP hit list*
We want you to run for Board!
With Board elections quickly approaching, the RLP believes that it is important for everyone to get a voice. What better way to voice your opinion than joining the upper legislative house?
To file your candidacy with the RLP, telegram Political Director [nation=short]Humpheria[/nation]. (This includes incumbents!!!!!)
Send in your name and preferred seat number and you will be endorsed by the RLP Central Committee through this nation.
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Man did the RLP tyranny get more formal and organized since i was gone? ;)
Chairman of the Board [nation=short]Pevvania[/nation] has filed for Seat One.
The RLP Central Committee endorses his candidacy. Congratulations Chairman Pevvania!
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Welcome back Amarican!
Yes, yes we have.
Thank you,Humpy. Its good to be back.
Incumbent Boardman [nation=short]Humpheria[/nation] has filed for Seat Two of the Board.
The RLP Central Committee endorses his candidacy.
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As does the Gadsden snake in Minerva's proposed flag - moreover, it also represents the resistance of other threats to liberty and freedom, namely state socialism, fascism, Nazism, and non-ideological imperialism/totalitarianism. It's a symbol of libertarianism, something very pertinent to our region's modern identity.
Consider Minerva's proposal merely an adaptation of our current flag, akin to how the count of stars changes in the USA's flag upon the inclusion of more states. The Libertatem blue remains in the background, the color scheme is still solid save for the symbol, and one anti-authoritarian symbol is to be replaced with another.
Also, I'm pleased to hear that Chairman Pevvania and Board Member Humpheria seek re-election in Seats One and Two of the Board, respectively - they are experienced legislators with excellent track records. I encourage every eligible Citizen, however, to consider running for Board - whether in the remaining three seats or, if you're particularly daring, against the incumbents of the first two.
Incumbent Boardman [nation=short]Right-winged nation[/nation] has filed for Seat Four.
The RLP Central Committee endorses his candidacy.
We also agree with the President that, regardless of party, all Citizens should consider a run.
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I have a question. Who is the most Sarcastic citizen here?
Like we'd have any way of knowing that. Sarcasm is rather difficult to convey through text, after all.
I nominate Meeser President.
Nah, I think Mien takes the crown.
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On the topic of tone of voice..Pevv, I know u want to give us a voice clip.
Heh heh, you first.
I feel like this is how every online sexual situation starts.
"Show me yours."
"You first."
Hahaaaaaa no.
I almost forgot how funny you guys are.
Speaking of voices, I got a new microphone because my old headset magically destroyed itself.
I should give you guys a sample of some of the Miencraftic language just because nobody will understand what I'm saying and I can yell at everybody.
[B]Gov. Cuomo Condemns NY Teacher Unions: Dont Say You Represent The Students[/B]
http://benswann.com/gov-cuomo-condemns-ny-teacher-unions-dont-say-you-represent-the-students/
I'm not a fan of Cuomo. But at least he has the balls to do this.
I will submit my planned report on constitutional and regulatory reforms to the Board by the end of the month. Expect the amendment(s) to be on the floor in the next session.
Ya i agree, We need to restore education and make schools about the students and not about the teachers.
When my soc teacher is telling everyone that Obama was one of "out greatest leaders and presidents".....*facepalm*
I feel your pain a couple years ago my English teacher had an Obama/Biden sign in his classroom and it bugged me so much. Then i had an economics teacher who focused mainly on Keynesian economics. O public school......
On the subject of being the most sarcastic... I am a smartass
Its pretty bad.
What happened to TTA?
No one knows..
Something about horses, no doubt.
He rode of into the sunset.....on a horse.
Private Citizen [nation=short]Samarian Imperium[/nation] and Vice President [nation=short]Northern Prussia[/nation] have both filed for Seat Five.
As this is a primary race, the party endorses neither candidate but will conduct a closed primary to determine the winner.
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Apparently he was a "slave" to some guy in CFN and when his incredibly reasonable parents found out about it, they cut off communications.
Ya but my explanation was way way less weird
Imma run for somethin' too
If anyone seeks an embassy with Vista Major, please come here.
He also told us that he was "submissive" right before he left, the kid is just weird.
Who's this?
You don't want to get into this. Trust me.
That bad uh?
I dunno I stay out of whatever they do over there.
Former Boardman [nation=short]Ankha[/nation] has filed for Seat Three.
The RLP Central Committee endorses his candidacy.
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F--k yeah! Most libertarian nation in the region, bitch!
Shut up.
Stoopid.
Hate that kid.
You're not even on the last two pages.
You must be doing something wrong.
Changing the subject.....
We need to get Board elections going.
"The New United States is ranked 26th in Libertatem... for Most Authoritarian, with 0.36 Stalins."
Welp, I messed up.
There is a closed primary for a Seat on the Board.
[nation=short]Samarian Imperium[/nation] is primarying Vice President [nation=short]Northern Prussia[/nation]. Incumbent [nation=short]Neo-Confederate States of America[/nation] did not file.
Please send votes via telegram to [nation=short]Reaganist Libertarian Party[/nation]. Any Citizen can vote but only votes by those considered to be in good standing with the Party will be counted, you will be told if you were counted or not. Voting closes in 24 hours.
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Welp, that's the first time in a while late Board elections aren't my fault.
Feels good, man.
90th with 0.002 get on my level
Prelims have the candidates neck and neck.
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"I love voting day. I love the sight of my fellow citizens lining up to make their voices heard." -Beth Broderick
Exercise your right to vote today and the days that follow. Take the direction of this region by the horns and lead it.
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"The world runs on individuals pursuing their self interests. The great achievements of civilization have not come from government bureaus. Einstein didn't construct his theory under order from a, from a bureaucrat. Henry Ford didn't revolutionize the automobile industry that way." - Milton Friedman
The RLP thanks the people of the region - not the government - for their courage, their patriotism and their contributions to themselves and the region that have made Libertatem a better place.
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Interesting forum with Rand Paul, Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbkbX2SkxJs#t=52
Today's the day for Board elections.
Right now, we only have one contested seat: Ankha and Actum are both running for Seat Three.
Am I missing any candidates?
Gabriel Possenti is holding an election! This Election's current Candidates are listed in GP's Factbook. Like a particular candidate? Want to know more?
Or even: Want to know where I got the names? (Hint - they are based upon real people)
Tune in. Election results next week!
Yep, I'll run against Pevv like I was supposed to do last month.
Yr vs Pev for Seat One as well. Any other takers before elections start?
I think we are good....
Alright then. Shall we get this underway?
Start with one, yeah.
Alright, someone set it up, because, y'know, I can't access regional controls.
Oh, and we should probably accept that embassy request.
I got it.
Yrellian's party? PRR?
Yep, same as Actum.
I say someone should host a quick debate between the candidates.
Okay, I'll go.
Candidates:
What is your position on the War on Communism? Why?
Do you think that Libertatem needs judicial reforms? Why or why not?
Would you support a constitutional amendment striking Article VIII? Why or why not?
This would probably be a more pertinent question, as I'm considering alternatives to scrapping it entirely.
Are we doing seat one first?
I am a strong supporter of the War on Communism. It is because of the work of myself, Minerva and many others that we have become a strong military power over the past twelve months. Libertatem is looked not not just as a feared enemy, but also as a strong leader amongst the liberal regions of NationStates. The War is a noble cause against the hordes of fascism and Bolshevism, who can only be stopped by our own volition. I will work to preserve, protect and expand the war to fight imperialism while extending the hand of friendship to those on the left who seek peace.
Yes. We need a more concise and efficient judiciary. There are also numerous irregularities and contradictions within the legal framework that I've sought to investigate and address.
I oppose such an amendment. The War on Communism can be adapted and reformed to suit modern foreign policy, but striking the amendment as a whole would be a betrayal to our Founding Fathers, and the principles of the region. I do, however, support removing outdated elements of Article VIII, such as parts that restrict the freedom of speech of fascists and socialists. This is an idea that enjoys cross-partisan support.
And here it is! I've created a voting log for Board Members. Someone should put this in the WFE: http://www.nationstates.net/nation=pevvania/detail=factbook/id=359938
[B]Mike Pences Market-Based Plan to Reform Medicaid Is Actually a Deal Between Hospital Lobbyists and the Administration to Expand Obamacare
http://reason.com/blog/2015/01/27/mike-pences-market-based-plan-to-reform
Thoughts?
Oh, wow, all the voters are citizens.
That's nice.
It is a good day for Libertatem indeed.
-What is your position on the War on Communism? Why?
I'm a strong opponent of this aggressive policy. Communism can be practiced in a free society of voluntary individuals, but yes most of the time this is just state socialism undercover.
However, I think that war is never the proper answer, but dialog is.
We will never change the mind of these state-socialists by fighting them and harassing their regions, imperialism is not the answer.
We must be smarter than them, by holding them a hand, to prove that we are not the imperialists they think we are. This is the only way to obtain their attention, respect and then be able to try to change their minds.
We have here a educational duty, which will never be fulfilled by taunting them in their own regions.
-Do you think that Libertatem needs judicial reforms? Why or why not?
I'm not really involved in the Libertatem judicial process, but as far as I'm concerned it's perfectly fine the way it is.
Would you support a constitutional amendment striking Article VIII? Why or why not?
I support the suppression of article VIII, however, any amendment devoted to reduce its power and spirit will have my support.
As I said, aggression will never solve any problem, this is completely stupid to believe that we will end communism in Nationstates by declaring war to every leftist.
The proper way to do reduce its representation on this website is to try to change their minds, by debate, discussion, open-mindedness.
And if the don't want to listen, that's their choice and we should respect it as long as they don't try to impose us their views.
I strongly believe that we should create a true department of education to freedom, which will charged to defend our ideas, detailing libertarianism, classic liberalism, and the great authors of liberty.
More ambassadors to spread our ideology would a great thing.
2 hours ago: The Confederacy of Cologny arrived from The East Pacific.
Welcome fellow genevois.
Planning my next European trip. Fall of 2016. I don't think I'm going France or the UK this time. Looking at the Germanic region. Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. Probably going to swing into Italy. I've always wanted to see Venice before it sinks.
I'm gonna leave this one to Pev to respond. It's his race.
Yay Switzerland. If you want any advice don't hesitate to send me a telegram.
Sounds nice. Why are you going to miss the UK and France out?
Been there done that. Want to see some new stuff.
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