Europeian Observer Election Special

I would like to thank all my panelists for agreeing to come on, and for helping kick this off!

Let's get started:

As the election starts tomorrow, what are your thoughts about the roller-coaster campaign season and, indeed, the roller-coaster term that preceded it?
 
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I didn't want to break up the exchange. I don't get much back-and-forth between panelists. :D

Anyway, now that the election is over, I'd like to hear the panelists offer some thoughts and opinions on what this next term shall bring.
 
Hehehe...

As for the next term, I think that is yet to be seen. Clearly, all of Rougiers' candidates for Cabinet are going to receive Senate confirmation, but it is also clear that there are some who perceive one or more of the nominees as being inexperienced and/or unsuitable...

It will be interesting to see how this pans out, particularly as Rougiers and Earth have barely any Cabinet experience. The new President has already issues two Executive Orders so far; one to replace the 'joke EO' from then-President Falconias, and one to amend the Senate Clerk Act. Of course, I'm sure that not a small number of our citizens will be keeping very close tabs on the President and Cabinet in the next term, and will be quick to jump up if something is not going well or could be done differently...

I've already picked up an error in the President's second EO, which was promptly rectified, but we have not yet seen much policy implementation, which will be the real indicator of the President's performance. Cambover will also be an interesting pick to watch as Chief of Staff; it is yet to be seen whether he will continue the legacy of activity, committment and dedication left by his two most recent predecessors...:p
 
I think the single most important thing I will be looking for this coming term is a sort of mending of fences that have been disturbed over the past few months. Politics in Europeia has taken a turn for the nastiest and personal rivalries have spilled into public pissing matches. I'm hoping that this administration, along with all of our help, can return Europeia into the cordial, respectful, and welcoming region that I joined some seven months ago.
 
That sounds a little idealistic and optimistic, Senator Common-Sense Politics, but certainly a statement that I can strongly relate to.
 
I really don't think that will happen. Honestly, the divides in Europeia are so large that to mend them in one term would be amazing. I think the most prominent divide is in the Old Guard, and even people who have been playing NS for a while and the newer players. Politics has gotten nasty in recent memory because Falconias was such a controversial figure that he really brought the divides to near breaking points.

Looking at how this term will play out. I have no idea. It really is a toss up. Roguiers could be incredible and do a perfect job, or maybe he'll do mediocre, or maybe he'll do so bad that the region will implode. I have no idea, but if his short time as Grand Admiral was any indication, he'll do great.

Also, if Rougiers makes a mistake I don't expect such heated controversy. Falc is Falc. If Falc breathed too loudly, he got jumped on. There different people and will be treated differently.
 
One thing to remember about his time as Grand Admiral, though, is that he was backed and supported by Falconias in every way...it will be interesting to see how well he can function on his own, especially without a Cabinet-experienced Vice President.
 
You did not just say Earthie had no cabinet experience.
*ducks at the large objects being thrown at Swak*
Did you not read that very long post about all the positions she's ever had. I didn't it was too long, I knew she was qualified but apparently maybe you should read it. Also, she served part of a term here as Foreign Affairs Minister.
 
Old Ogastein said:
You did not just say Earthie had no cabinet experience.
*ducks at the large objects being thrown at Swak*
Did you not read that very long post about all the positions she's ever had. I didn't it was too long, I knew she was qualified but apparently maybe you should read it. Also, she served part of a term here as Foreign Affairs Minister.
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That list of positions...does not quite mean that she has served extensively in Cabinet...

And part of a term as Foreign Affairs Minister does not constitute a great deal of experience, OO...

But I'm not looking for a smear campaign. I'm merely stating some of the factors at play here.
 
Swakistek said:
Old Ogastein said:
You did not just say Earthie had no cabinet experience.
*ducks at the large objects being thrown at Swak*
Did you not read that very long post about all the positions she's ever had. I didn't it was too long, I knew she was qualified but apparently maybe you should read it. Also, she served part of a term here as Foreign Affairs Minister.
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And part of a term as Foreign Affairs Minister does not constitute a great deal of experience, OO...
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Neither does Chief of Staff. Foreign Affairs > Chief of Staff. But that is a mute point, she has experience for sure. The experience is not a factor at play here.
 
This has been my favorite EQT, simply because of the back-and-forth. I want to thank you all :D

Is there anything specific you'd like to see come out of the Senate, or to occur period, this term?
 
Is there anything specific you'd like to see come out of the Senate, or to occur period, this term?
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Indeed. I'd like to see the Senate work to better define how we should detain and apprehend both criminals (such as Aex), and those who commit less serious offenses. I'm of the mindset that if the charge is serious enough, a temporary masking change and post-masking approval by the Chief Justice is more than acceptable. For less serious offenses, limiting posting ability may or may not be necessary - when it is, a Court Order from the Chief Justice (pretty much a warrant) would be sufficient to limit posting.



Besides that, I like the work that's been done already to give the Referendum Act more teeth. I think it's a good compromise - to have 2/3 of the citizens be able to force the repeal of an Act. I'm less sure about the proposed time limit to a Referendum, but we'll see.



And finally, speaking as the Minister of Interior, I would love to see no Senators miss a single recruiting quota all term. Recruiting is a group effort, one that brings out the best of Europeia and offers it to the world. I know that I'll be doing my part and then some - I expect other Senators to meet my challenge.
 
Ignoring OO's political sniping, I agree completely with PhDre.

I would also like to add, however, that Senators should be encouraged to recruit above and beyond their quotas this term. I have been doing so for some time now, and I know it would really help the region if everyone else did so as well.
 
Swakistek said:
I would also like to add, however, that Senators should be encouraged to recruit above and beyond their quotas this term. I have been doing so for some time now, and I know it would really help the region if everyone else did so as well.
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I won't say we're doing anything per sea... but don't say I stole your idea either. :p
 
I've personally set a goal of recruiting 15 nations from all 7 feeder regions on a schedule such as (Tu-Th-Sa or Mo-We-Fr-Su), simply because I want to help out, and mostly because I actually enjoy recruiting.

Does the panel see any clashes or big battles being fought in the future, based on current information and conditions?
 
Jusduckria said:
I've personally set a goal of recruiting 15 nations from all 7 feeder regions on a schedule such as (Tu-Th-Sa or Mo-We-Fr-Su), simply because I want to help out, and mostly because I actually enjoy recruiting.
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Just make sure you a) don't cut into other people's quotas b) end up recruiting a few old nations leaving new ones to "rot" - newer nations = better chance we get more nations! :)

Does the panel see any clashes or big battles being fought in the future, based on current information and conditions?
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You never really know what's brewing - anything could set off a conflict or a clash between the President and those who are looking to see him make a mistake and call him on it.

Yes. I get less eloquent the closer I get to an all-nighter. Sigh. This project is going to kill me.
 
Swakistek said:
Ignoring OO's political sniping
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It will be a very cold day in hell when you respond to anything I say that criticizes you in any way shape or form. :rolleyes:

Back to the point, something's brewing. I have no idea what it is though. As the NCP continues to implode, we'll see how much more longer it'll last. Looking at the NCP, they really only have 8 voting members, as the rest are grossly inactive. I smell a problem. Although, on the other hand - this could alleviate the tension among the old guard and the newbies, as the newbs don't have a solid voting block.
 
Old Ogastein said:
Swakistek said:
Ignoring OO's political sniping
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It will be a very cold day in hell when you respond to anything I say that criticizes you in any way shape or form. :rolleyes:

Back to the point, something's brewing. I have no idea what it is though. As the NCP continues to implode, we'll see how much more longer it'll last. Looking at the NCP, they really only have 8 voting members, as the rest are grossly inactive. I smell a problem. Although, on the other hand - this could alleviate the tension among the old guard and the newbies, as the newbs don't have a solid voting block.
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Firstly, I will answer to that for the final time, because I'm not interested in going around in circles.

Neither does Chief of Staff. Foreign Affairs > Chief of Staff. But that is a mute point, she has experience for sure. The experience is not a factor at play here.
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Firstly, at least I served a full term as Chief of Staff. And in fact, being Chief of Staff is a position a lot closer to the Presidency than MoFA- you have an overseer role rather than a specialised micromanaging role. If you try micromanaging every department when you're the President, unless you're extremely good, it won't work. Secondly, she served under half a term in Cabinet. I'm not disputing her other experience, just this area.

And of course, experience is a factor at play here, and it always has been.

Now, I will just restate that I wasn't actually trying to attack Earth22 here; I completely acknowledge that she has rightfully and fairly won the elections, and I respect that. I will give her the chance to prove herself as Vice President before criticising her; I merely said it will be interesting to see how this pans out, given that neither has very significant Cabinet experience.

In fact, OO, it was you who turned this into a political battle, and I'm not interested in a smear campaign at the moment. Especially given that elections are clearly over, I would also appreciate it if you could acknowledge that and move on!

Secondly, the NCP is not imploding. Let me say that. How do you know so much about my party if you're not a member, OO? I know what I'm doing, and I confidently say that the party is in no way imploding. Implosion is a strong term, and a gross exaggeration in this instance.

And I presume that today is a very cold day in hell, because I have responded to your criticism? In fact, if you look, I've been doing that for a very long time, OO...

Finally, can we return to using nice, friendly language, please? :rolleyes:

 
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