Office of Lincoln Senator Scott (Pre-election Statement)

[Pragmatic Conservative]

Thought it was time for another update in light of where the game's been lately.  I also have a special announcement.

So I think it's quite obvious the last few weeks have not been Atlasia's best.  The fighting and attacking that has happened lately, both within and between our two main parties, have taken this game in the wrong direction.  I am reminded of the type of culture that existed in this game prior to my exit from the forum two years ago.

As we enter the final week of the campaign, I plead with both sides that we try and maintain a welcoming environment in Atlasia.  We must realize that in order for this game to survive, we must have people on both sides of the political spectrum willing to contribute.  Along with this, we must balance our ideological interests with electing candidates up and down the ballot who we trust to maintain an active presence in the offices that they serve in.

Unfortunately, the Congress has been in much disarray this last session.  We lost a valued Senate leader, we've had numerous vacancies, and there is, I believe, a shared lack of enthusiasm among players.

In spite of all this, we have before us two excellent candidates for president.  Senator Blair, in particular, has put forward a great progressive vision for the people of our nation, and I'm proud to be supporting him today.

Although healthcare has been stalled this session, I look forward to working with Senator Blair or Justice Yankee on developing a bipartisan reform package that expands coverage and lowers costs for poor and middle-class families.  During my term, the Senate has passed two of my authored bills with bipartisan support.  In the next Congress, for which we will hopefully have a complete, fully-operational, progressive House and Senate, I anticipate much greater reforms to come.  I have similar hopes for the Northern Assembly, which is coming to the end of a rather dismal first session.

With all that said, I would like to formally announce my intention to run for a second term as your senator this December.  Though this announcement comes somewhat early, it is of utmost importance that the North continues to have active representation on all levels of government, and I hope to have the privilege to continue working for a stronger Atlasia as our region's voice.

Thank you for such a great speech, you addressed some of the most pressing issues in Atlasia today. This speech also reflects the Labor Parties true values. Endorsed for Re-Election!!