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Region: The Region That Has No Big Banks
I got a 28 as a freshman and ill say thats pretty good
i got a 35 in english tho and im really proud of that
America The Greater, Vordoslavia, The Kaverian
LETS BLOODY GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
SUPERB JOB!
America The Greater, Vordoslavia, Mjau
LESSGOOOO lol
America The Greater, Vordoslavia
See I live in the deep south region and a 33 is basically a free ride because lower standards
America The Greater, Vordoslavia
wouldn't coast on that, I got a 36 and got rejected by all but one university
Vordoslavia
anyone know how i can check the HDI? Trend page is broken...
Partisan Italy, Vordoslavia
Thats true, Im more referring to the lovely state of Louisiana and its extremely low standards (except places like Tulane obviously). Ive seen people get free rides with less. If I went out of state it wouldnt be nearly as easy. And it depends on where I apply too.
I suppose the way I put it was a massive simplification lol.
America The Greater, Vordoslavia
Oh look, communications have been re-established. Was something going on in mainland? We didn't know, we're just an island nation.
America The Greater, Vordoslavia
https://www.nationstates.net/nation=claibornia/detail=factbook/id=2500362
alright America The Greater here is the party i wish to form if thats ok
America The Greater, Vordoslavia
Well regional parties platforms officially have to be based on NS and regional politics rather than irl, if Im not mistaken (ofc you can keep the name, but Id suggest adding more actual regional policy)
America The Greater, Vordoslavia
UwU join TSU UwU
Damn it!
Partisan Italy, Puttt
New union will not run for SP
America The Greater, Vordoslavia, Mjau
https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=2500503
After some serious consideration, I have decided that I will launch a new party. This has been a decision I have been on the fence about for a while, but I felt like the time was right to do so.
I introduce to members of the region Commonwealth. Commonwealth is a party which seeks to influence policies and politics of NBB without being glued to the regional establishment*. It is a party founded on the core belief that democracy and democratic decision making is the most important thing in any region, especially our own, and that more can be done to empower the sovereignty of citizens.
As far as I am aware, Commonwealth is also the only party which offers a democratic leadership structure, with the Leader being directed by the party members.
If you are interested in joining, please shoot me a DM on Discord or Telegram me here - whichever is easiest. As a matter of ease, the First Secretary (me) will select the initial Party Councillors just because you obviously can't challenge a vacant position lol
[sub]*I don't mean 'establishment' in a derogatory manner at all, I should add. Every region has an establishment, it is natural for any region which has been around this long :P[/sub]
America The Greater, Partisan Italy, New United Common-Lands, Vordoslavia, Krayo29
Lovely dispatch! Nice work :)
America The Greater, Partisan Italy, Syrasia, Vordoslavia
VOTE WESTERN ARBA FIR DPM!
https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=2016451
Vordoslavia
America The Greater, Partisan Italy, Vordoslavia
Damn thats awesome nice job
I love the flag
America The Greater, Socialistic Britain, Syrasia, Puttt, Vordoslavia
Le what
Vordoslavia
Really nice party dispatch
America The Greater, Syrasia, Vordoslavia
While the dispatch is very nice, I must note that the Minister of RP already exists
Its the MoC, Minister of Culture and he is chosen by the PM
America The Greater, Socialistic Britain, Syrasia, Vordoslavia
Thankyou and thankyou others for the praise regarding my factbook. To answer your comment about that part of the party policybook, I am aware that a Minister of Culture exists and runs RP. To make it clear: the proposed Minister of Roleplay would be a Cabinet level position (and privy to Cabinet decision making) but would be chosen by the Governor of the region rather than the PM.
Whilst this may sound inherently anti-democratic, the reasons Commonwealth pledges this mainly revolve around a desire to keep regional politics and RP completely separate by whatever means possible. From my experience helping with regions such as the NWU, when the RP Minister in that region was also chosen by the elected head of the region, if their are any disagreements between the two parties, or if the elected head doesn't have their way in RP, they can dismiss that Minister. Are we saying that this will definitely, without doubt, 100% happen in NBB? No, of course not, but I have witnessed it happen on three occasions, when in reality it should be 0. A Minister of RP strictly devoted to managing and moderating said RP who is selected at the behest of the Governor ensures consistency and stability in RP affairs and is a precautionary measure to the aforementioned issue there.
Vordoslavia, Krayo29
Interesting idea, but Yodle doesnt have any involvement in RP at the moment so Im not strictly sure his judgement regarding who would make a good Minister of RP would be any better than a PM for instance. Plus the Governor in the region is not really involved in day to day politics, more serves as an advisor or helps in emergency situations etc
America The Greater, Vordoslavia
The fact that the Governor doesn't get involved in regional politics of the day is all the more reason why we commit to this sort of idea. The RP Minister and their duties should be kept out of politics. Equally, the fact the Governor is also not involved in RP means that any bias decision of Minister selection is also not a worry. Whilst they may be there purely for advice, I am sure you'll agree they most likely have the expertise and the experience to select a suitable Minister.
America The Greater, New United Common-Lands, Vordoslavia
he does take up New York...
maybe just for the sake of existing
oh...
as of six das ago...
I have been around for a year!
Fairy
I think my nation's first bday is a month from 30th
Vordoslavia
My nations not been around for a year yet, but this March was 3 years on NS
America The Greater, Partisan Italy, Vordoslavia
So, how is this region doing after arsonists burnt down the NS disk?
Well in my nation there are just random gaps of void everywhere. Like on the busiest highway, we've built a wall around it, but if you fall in. You are gone.
America The Greater, Vordoslavia, United States Of Alpha
we've managed to weather the storm somehow, but we are all sorely missing our cool trading card collection!
Yodle, Ammmericaaaa, Vordoslavia, Krayo29
Love the dispatch, but I'd be remiss if I didn't mention that The Parliamentarian Party is also a democratically-structured party, so The Commonwealth isn't the only option for residents who are interested in a party that puts their needs first ;)
Vordoslavia, The Kaverian, Mjau, United States Of Alpha
I just declared a public holiday for everyone to enjoy the sunshine, including the government. So we are now even more relaxed than usual
America The Greater, Partisan Italy, Vordoslavia
Rare Sozialistisches Paradies Appearance
Servers were down!?!?
Welcome Back!?!?!
Vordoslavia, United States Of Alpha, Achrom
Stupid Commie Government
Shut down NS
Vordoslavia, United States Of Alpha
I like
America The Greater, Syrasia, Vordoslavia
I can't cuz I suck at chess. Also, you know what day it is . . .
Vordoslavia
In the upcoming voting session I'll be proposing this revision to the defendership accords, I am interested in resident feedback!
https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=2019601
I personally believe this is a much improved version of the bill. The first big issue with the existing bill is all Foreign Nations will face Immediate ejection from The Region That Has No Big Banks. At present we do not kick Foreigners or Visitors who participate in raiding from our discord - hell we have diplomats on our discord who raid. We have 300 members here and we cannot investigate every single ones R/D position, nor would we want to be that purist. We dont want people to raid; yet they should still be allowed on our discord. The big difference is about having rules around new residents and diplomatic relations - these guide our regional politics. The current rules around foreign nations are flawed. The second issue is the current burden on our Ministry of Defense stating they must educate people against raiding, which we dont currently do, I agree with this premise however this can be done via the BLF or separately, the in the original bill was also vague on this.
In addition, a big issue is our stance of fascist regions, this new bill allows us to participate in the liberation of regions with Oppressive Rule defined refers to an authoritarian or tyrannical governance within a region, which seeks to exploit, suppress or marginalize residents or promote hateful ideologies.
TLDR - this means we can participate in taking over regions who are fascist - this will allow for the BLF to participate in more operations and not be so narrow minded in its R/D position.
Lastly, I've also improved the formatting (in line with our standard bill format), please do lmk if you have any more thoughts.
America The Greater, Vordoslavia, Western Arba Fir
Post by United States Of Alpha suppressed by New United Common-Lands.
Today's my 13th birthday!
Vordoslavia
oof
Friday, anyone?
I am just gonna make a meme. FlipAClip is not working
Puttt, Vordoslavia
You will be a better candidate, and no one will vote for me anyway
Puttt, Vordoslavia, The Kaverian
What's an embassy? When one region can do other stuff with another region.
Vordoslavia
Hello.
Partisan Italy, New-Union, Ammmericaaaa, Vordoslavia
RIP cardfarmers
Yodle, America The Greater, Partisan Italy, Puttt, Vordoslavia, United States Of Alpha
Yep! Some embassies allow you to post on their RMB, but yes essentially it's regions you affilate with and have a friendly relationship with
Yodle, America The Greater, Vordoslavia
Yeah I had two legendary cards before the hardware failure. I might have to start all over again.
Partisan Italy, Ammmericaaaa, Vordoslavia
Ah, now I get it.
Vordoslavia
The pain is real D:
Partisan Italy, Puttt, Vordoslavia
heh
one last piece of census data gone
like my mewing streak🤫🧏
Puttt
Yep. I've only been playing for two months, so am I safe?
Vordoslavia
Welcome back everyone!
Vordoslavia
woah
America The Greater, Vordoslavia, Sozialistisches Paradies
It has long been discussed, the idea of a regional anthem... so I decided to try and make one - what do y'all think?
https://on.soundcloud.com/opjAM2qXeoXv4KBy5
Brocklandia, America The Greater, New United Common-Lands, Vordoslavia
My take:
https://soundcloud.com/ridwan-c/no-big-banks?si=c4a7e241d21647fbbc0986cb0d34e813&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing
America The Greater, Vordoslavia
Awesome.
America The Greater, Vordoslavia
NEW ANTHEM[/I]
https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=1986663
America The Greater, Vordoslavia
https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=2500199
Vordoslavia
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Post self-deleted by Maen.
Post self-deleted by Maen.
Awesome! Can it be scored for solo banjo?
Consuela De La Morrela, Gine Caruttiva, Vordoslavia
Hey I feel like I have an idea for our government
A Council of Safety and Equality
So, theres a SUPREME COUNCILOR OF SAFETY
2 SUPPRESSORS OF POSTS
and 5-ish ADMINISTERS
Powers of each:
SCoF:
All powers of below and advising Yodle, the founder, of nations that are being NSFW and other stuff
SoP:
Suppresses posts and telegrams the poster that they have suppressed of the stuff that they violated, and why their post was suppressed.
Administers:
Tells SCoF and SoP of not safe and not allowed stuff.(First SoP, then SCoF.)
Vordoslavia
Any suggestions?
Vordoslavia
Telegram me suggestions, and Yodle, and others, you can disagree!
Vordoslavia
We already have the Ministry of Defense
Vordoslavia, Maen
Sooo ... I can't put up this sign that says "Please Don't Leave Dead Hookers in the Restrooms"? I mean, it seems like a legitimate health concern to me.
Yodle, Socialistic Britain, Consuela De La Morrela, Vordoslavia
sorry that i have not been on like at all because i didn't expect to go to indianapolis to check out a mall and school and i didn't expect for the servers to go down for a week
America The Greater, Vordoslavia
everybody used to like my posts
what happened
Brocklandia, The Kaverian, Bean Territorry
I once liked everyones
Brocklandia, Yodle, Socialistic Britain, Vordoslavia
i was gone years have passed since i have been brought into this world known as earth to explore ever since i got here i have seen numerous anomalies and have heard voices ever since and i want to go back to my planet i don't want to be a human again unless these are my voices telling me the truth about life how i could turn the world into an egg or just roll and eight
Brocklandia, Vordoslavia
Just no?
The governor not being apart of the rp very much and not knowing much is more of a reason not to have him pick a minister
He will not know who is best suited, and often cases in government that ends being the worse way to go
Socialistic Britain, Vordoslavia
The Janitor of NationStates Bar has seen some things lol
Consuela De La Morrela, Puttt, Vordoslavia
Something to keep in mind, we do have a very responsive NS-Moderation team who act on CoC violations as soon as possible, and if its a decision that isnt straight forward then we debate and come to a collective decision. I feel that if your grievance is a lack of communication with explanations and/or excessive/unnecessary post suppression, you can express that in a specific critique of how we handle moderation, which we would be receptive to
Puttt, Vordoslavia, Maen
No hi for nu?:(
Socialistic Britain, Vordoslavia
You really did lmao
Socialistic Britain, Vordoslavia
i'm to tired but i want to finish my fact book
Vordoslavia
Well, consider this your latest official like, for the both of you.
America The Greater, Socialistic Britain, Vordoslavia
How harsh on Yodle :P
A Minister of RP would require experience in the said field of RP, ability to compromise on and conclude grievances, would have to have significant patience, and would also need decent knowledge in the field. I dont think any of that is particularly controversial to say.
Call me crazy, but I reckon Yodle has the ability to sniff out someone who ticks all of those boxes. If they cannot find someone immediately, I am also sure they are perfectly capable at asking the community on their thoughts. Being a member of an RP doesnt immediately make you omniscient in the realm of who would be a good fit, nor does not being a member mean you are completely oblivious to whether someone has the capabilities required for community management and moderation. I set up and ran RPs in my old region of Violetia, but I have chosen instead to pursue a personal worldbuilding project and focus on regionbuilding instead. Because I no longer actively participate, does that mean I am completely incapable of telling if someone has patience, grace, and experience?
Removing RP administration from a regional government is a preventative measure to stop any government from threatening the RP system and exploiting the fact that the Minister of Culture can be chosen at the PMs discretion. As I have said previously, I am not saying that every PM who is elected is drooling at the mouth at the thought of metagaming, but it can and does happen, so its best to nip that in the bud.
Puttt, Vordoslavia, Krayo29, Western Arba Fir
Misser Brocklandia did absolutely nothing wrong.
[sub]She says nervously.[/sub]
This is true, but his unique flavour (and a taste of it) usually comes at a price. Isn't that right Brocky?What about current bar staff?
Absentmindedly sprays, cleans, and polishes the RMB.
Socialistic Britain, New United Common-Lands, Vordoslavia, Mjau
Hi guys
Puttt, Vordoslavia, Maen
Members of Parliament,
It's time to announce our next Voting Session! This one's important to me, as it'll be my last VS as Speaker, so I'm excited to say that it's another big one. We've got nine bills up for a vote this time, and there's going to be a debate soon on the Discord. I'll ask The Kaverian, head of the Rules Committee, to update the RMB as often as he can with details about the debate. Failing that, I'll make sure you're all informed about the positions people have on certain bills, and of course I recommend that you all debate here as well!
That said, here's the list:
[spoiler=Legislation]
[list]
[*]The Amendment to Article I, authored by The Kaverian
[*]The Amendment to Article IV, authored by The Kaverian
[*]The Amendment to Article IX, authored by Western Arba Fir
[*]The Amendment to Article IX of the Constitution, authored by New United Common-Lands
[*]The Amendment to the Census Act, authored by The Kaverian
[*]The Amendment to the Code of Conduct, authored by The Kaverian
[*]The Amendment to the Honorary Titles Act -- Historical Significance Addendum, authored by America The Greater
[*]The Ratification of the TRTHNBB Anthem, authored by Gine Caruttiva
[*]The Revised Defendership Accords, authored by New United Common-Lands
[/list]
[/spoiler]
It's a big one, but I'm honored to say we've very rarely had a small Voting Session during my term as Speaker. Thanks for keeping it interesting, everyone! I'll plan to open the vote on Monday, and we can get things started!
Have a nice weekend everyone,
Speaker of Parliament
Socialistic Britain, Vordoslavia, Krayo29, Western Arba Fir
I still dont understand the point of a minister of RP besides uncorrupt which doesnt make sense because the rp isnt apart of this region we have to worry about that for the most part (besides godmodding)
How is the choosing of a person to keep the RP rules in check and help manage rp going to be biased?
You do know that Yodle, while glorious, isnt except to biases either?
This wouldnt help end corruption and stuff, it just makes a useless position in our government that just does the job another, previously existing position, does
Socialistic Britain, Vordoslavia
Youre just trying to separate RP and government
Government doesnt get in the way of upholding law in the rp and the other way around
The only case I could think of is a government member not doing something for a citizen because they dont like them in the rp
And in that case we might as well prevent all cabinet members from participating in rp
Socialistic Britain, Vordoslavia
As chair of the rules committee, it is time to begin our regularly scheduled (lol) informal debate session. This debate will be for 2 days before the voting session starts. Im posting this on the RMB as well so non-discord MPs can see it! Input from you would also be appreciated (obviously lol)! I will do my best to update you guys on the debate.
America The Greater, Vordoslavia
I appreciate your comments and consider it great that we are having this discussion. However, I fear that you misunderstand the overall objective of having an RP administrator outside of the government Cabinet.
It may be fair to say that it might not produce any immediate, tangible benefit, however as mentioned several times now it is both a preventative measure and also a matter or principle. In my experience, RPs with the best consistency and well-organised moderation are those which are not hindered by a constantly shifting head of management. A MoC may decide to commit to one project to stir up activity, or one set of guidelines, and a succeeding Minister may choose to reverse that.
Again, Im not accusing every incoming Cabinet of being desperate to command the meta of an RP, but it is a matter of principle to separate the two so there is no chance of anything happening. Whilst it may seem unlikely to you, that doesnt mean it will never happen.
As for your point about RP quote [not] being a part of this region we have to worry about for the most part, I feel as though that is a fallacy of circular reasoning (i.e, RP isnt a major issue, so nothing is brought up, so RP isnt a major issue, and so on). Just because something isnt that big of a deal, doesnt mean it should be treated any less seriously than any other regional issue.
Socialistic Britain, Vordoslavia, Krayo29, Maen
Considering I'm MoC and most likely should be participating in this conversation, I'd like to just say, It's a neat idea and I like the concept of it, but similar to Lemona, I don't think we really need it, but I will admit the chance of, as you said, "A MoC may decide to commit to one project to stir up activity, or one set of guidelines, and a succeeding Minister may choose to reverse that." is a strong point, but yet again, unlikely
then again, I'm also probably far too tired to participate in this conversation so, who knows?
Brocklandia, Yodle, America The Greater, Vordoslavia
So far weve only really discussed two bills: my amendment to the Code of Conduct and GCs anthem. Notes about my bill are that consent to use others works may be unnecessary, and that the Code of Conduct doesnt need to be extraneous. On the other hand, defamation and consent to use works may be important to people, and the bill now only adds 2 rules (abuse of power was removed for not being relevant to other CoC rules, and will be separately covered later, probably during the first voting session after the election). About GCs anthem, while it is a really good anthem and obviously had a lot of work put into it (and anthems are also fun to have), some people in the debate thought lyrics should be crowd-sourced instead of written by one person, and statements have been made that anthems are nationalistic.
America The Greater, New United Common-Lands, Vordoslavia, Krayo29, Western Arba Fir
Im writing a book
Vordoslavia
The main think that happened while we were under downtime was BAYERN BEATING ARSENAL ARSENALS FULL OF REJECTS HOWD YOU LOSE TO THE TEAM THAT GOT CRAPPED ON BY LEVERKUSEN HAHAHAHA
Vordoslavia
and making a movie script
Vordoslavia
We have talked about my Amendment to Article I as well. Some believe 30 days is the minimum needed to join if they dont have discord (they want people on discord because it is where most government acts). On the other hand, people can be driven away by this requirement to other regions that would allow them to be active faster (this almost happened to myself, even). Some people may not either be allowed to join discord, or have had bad experiences on discord.
America The Greater, Vordoslavia
Are you totally sure they were living? I mean a lot of our population comes from inadequate and inefficient rodent traps, or poisons that just don't work on rats like they used to...
Brocklandia, Vordoslavia
Cockroaches are a bigger problem where I live. And also mosquitoes.
Brocklandia, Vordoslavia, Maen
Why does nothing happen for an hour after I post something?
Brocklandia, Vordoslavia
Happens (happen is such a weird word lol)
Vordoslavia
Tell me you live in Washington, D.C. without telling me you live in Washington, D.C. Since you're talking about scurrying insects and bloodsuckers, I'm thinking you reside in the Senate building?
Because we're in awe of the brilliance of your posts, of course. We need time to recover. And if you could remember to pass out sunglasses first, that would also be appreciated.
Vordoslavia
Debate has cooled down for now, but Id like to say a reminder that any MP who isnt on discord can also provide input if they want
Brocklandia, Vordoslavia
Chess later peeps :)
Vordoslavia
could an RP mod teach Pyhdon how to RP again
cause he ain't workin'
Krayo29
I am not a member of Parliament, but if I may express my opinion as a citizen, I say that I think it is important to include consent to use other people's works in the Code of Conduct.
It would be nice if more people could participate in the anthem. The GC one is good, although it sounds a bit "commercial"
Brocklandia, Western Arba Fir
I dont think the region needs an anthem
The people saying anthems are too nationalistic are funny to me, but I still dont think we need one
Also whos GC
Vordoslavia, Western Arba Fir
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