The Federalist Party: June 2014 Convention (LEADERSHIP DECLARATIONS!)

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I could flesh out a considerably longer tome, if you give me enough time.

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Here's a starting point, back to the roots:

DRAFT PLATFORM

We, the members of the Communitarian Federalist Party, desirous of the advancement of the state of Atlasia, our country, and the preservation of its society, believe:

-That the foundation of a democratic, peaceful, and prosperous society is the family and community.
-That we simultaneously re-affirm the idea of personal responsibility, aided via the community.
-That the greatest long-term crisis facing Atlasia today is the decline of social capital and community, which shall eventually come to harm that democratic, peaceful, and prosperous society we enjoy.
-That greatest power in the land is not the State, whether Federal or Regional, but instead the community and the individual.

-That the government is not the arbiter nor origin of economic growth, but rather a force than can and should be used to assisted the marketplace in its growth, in the interests of community and the nation.
-That the model of free and unrestricted two-way trade is the optimal model for trade between nations
-That the government is, by nature, the power that can best provide certain resources and services to society.
-The government should regulate trade and industry to maximize social equity, while in a manner that does not impede the normal functioning of the economy
-That welfare is meant to temporarily assist, not provide for, the people

-That Atlasia must be mindful of its being the world's foremost power
-That military conflict, in general, is counter to the well-being of man and thus must be avoided unless necessary
-That diplomacy, not warfare, is the cornerstone of foreign relations
-That multilateralism and collective security- a community of nations- is the best way to advance Atlasia's interests abroad
-That the goals set out in foreign interventions must be achieved.

-That the maintenance of tradition is an integral part of society
-That the concepts of "rights" and "entitlements" must be balanced by an awareness of responsibilities and obligations to others
-That the life of all must be defended
-That the promotion of culture and science is an integral function of society and its organizations.

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A bit late for that, yes?

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Vancouver is not in Atlasia?!

Also I would be honoured to have the conference come to our region. I would speak, if you would let me.

[Simfan34]

Vancouver is not in Atlasia?!

Also I would be honoured to have the conference come to our region. I would speak, if you would let me.

Oh did anyone tell you? We annexed Canada like a few months ago

We allowed people to register there. Big difference.

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Everyone vote for Phoenix or San Diego!