Office of former Governor Oakvale: Adios, all, and thank you!

[Oakvale]

So, to my own disappointment, I've had to vote against the Pacific ratifying the Intra Regional Mobility Act.

It's a good act in principle, but in practice it puts a lot of unecessary strain on the RG. I've outlined my suggestions below:

Reluctantly, nay, based on the logistics of the inevitable daily state moves.

If it were possible, maybe a proper solution would be to eliminate the states entirely as anything more than window dressing.

In others word, being from Washington wouldn't be any different to being from, say, Oregon. This is, AFAIK, already the case, but the RG is nonetheless obliged to keep track of what state, not what region, someone's registered in.

So yeah, long story short, I'd like to see registration based on region, not state, since states are pretty much irrelevant anyway.


[/two cents]


EDIT: Or, uh, what bgwah said.

[Obnoxiously Slutty Girly Girl]

So, to my own disappointment, I've had to vote against the Pacific ratifying the Intra Regional Mobility Act.

It's a good act in principle, but in practice it puts a lot of unecessary strain on the RG. I've outlined my suggestions below:

Reluctantly, nay, based on the logistics of the inevitable daily state moves.

If it were possible, maybe a proper solution would be to eliminate the states entirely as anything more than window dressing.

In others word, being from Washington wouldn't be any different to being from, say, Oregon. This is, AFAIK, already the case, but the RG is nonetheless obliged to keep track of what state, not what region, someone's registered in.

So yeah, long story short, I'd like to see registration based on region, not state, since states are pretty much irrelevant anyway.


[/two cents]


EDIT: Or, uh, what bgwah said.

The RG himself has said it would not be a problem.

I sincerely hope you will re-consider.

[Oakvale]

So, to my own disappointment, I've had to vote against the Pacific ratifying the Intra Regional Mobility Act.

It's a good act in principle, but in practice it puts a lot of unecessary strain on the RG. I've outlined my suggestions below:

Reluctantly, nay, based on the logistics of the inevitable daily state moves.

If it were possible, maybe a proper solution would be to eliminate the states entirely as anything more than window dressing.

In others word, being from Washington wouldn't be any different to being from, say, Oregon. This is, AFAIK, already the case, but the RG is nonetheless obliged to keep track of what state, not what region, someone's registered in.

So yeah, long story short, I'd like to see registration based on region, not state, since states are pretty much irrelevant anyway.


[/two cents]


EDIT: Or, uh, what bgwah said.

The RG himself has said it would not be a problem.

I sincerely hope you will re-consider.

Oh, I didn't see that. That does make a difference, since I was under the (obviously mistaken) impression that poor Fritz had to update every time someone got the idea of moving to Rhode Island or whatever.

I've spitballed a figure of 30 days as a compromise, since, I dunno, maybe future RGs won't be a dedicated.

More to the point though, I don't really see why the RG bothers with state-level registrations, anyway, since AFAIK we don't have anything on the state level in Atlasia.

I wouldn't worry, anyway, there's no way the amendment's going to fail, my vote or not.

EDIT: Franzl beat me to the punch:

I've suggested this before, but why not abolish state registration entirely? I don't see what purpose state based registration serves anymore without the district system.

[bgwah]

Well, that's cool if Fritz doesn't mind, but I still worry about the pressure it might put on future RGs.

[Obnoxiously Slutty Girly Girl]

So, to my own disappointment, I've had to vote against the Pacific ratifying the Intra Regional Mobility Act.

It's a good act in principle, but in practice it puts a lot of unecessary strain on the RG. I've outlined my suggestions below:

Reluctantly, nay, based on the logistics of the inevitable daily state moves.

If it were possible, maybe a proper solution would be to eliminate the states entirely as anything more than window dressing.

In others word, being from Washington wouldn't be any different to being from, say, Oregon. This is, AFAIK, already the case, but the RG is nonetheless obliged to keep track of what state, not what region, someone's registered in.

So yeah, long story short, I'd like to see registration based on region, not state, since states are pretty much irrelevant anyway.


[/two cents]


EDIT: Or, uh, what bgwah said.

The RG himself has said it would not be a problem.

I sincerely hope you will re-consider.

Oh, I didn't see that. That does make a difference, since I was under the (obviously mistaken) impression that poor Fritz had to update every time someone got the idea of moving to Rhode Island or whatever.

I've spitballed a figure of 30 days as a compromise, since, I dunno, maybe future RGs won't be a dedicated.

More to the point though, I don't really see why the RG bothers with state-level registrations, anyway, since AFAIK we don't have anything on the state level in Atlasia.

I wouldn't worry, anyway, there's no way the amendment's going to fail, my vote or not.

EDIT: Franzl beat me to the punch:

I've suggested this before, but why not abolish state registration entirely? I don't see what purpose state based registration serves anymore without the district system.

Well generally it was agreed that maintaining state registration adds flavor and interest, plus we are prepared in case we ever return to a system that depends upon state registration.

[Oakvale]

Allow me to be the first to congratulate Governor Ebowed on his nomination to the Supreme Court seat vacated by Vice-President Marokai Blue.

Executive Action

By the power vested in me, I hereby appoint Ebowed to be Associate Justice on the Supreme Court of Atlasia for confirmation by the Senate.

Signed,
~PS

Of course, I'd like to urge the Senate to cofirm this nominee. Ebowed's done a fine job as Governor of the Pacific, and I'm confident he'd do a fine job on the Supreme Court, too.

EDIT: Also, because I don't know where else to ask, how does one go about getting wiki editing privileges?

[Barnes]

EDIT: Also, because I don't know where else to ask, how does one go about getting wiki editing privileges?

Just PM Dave and ask him.

[Oakvale]

EDIT: Also, because I don't know where else to ask, how does one go about getting wiki editing privileges?

Just PM Dave and ask him.

Oh. Thanks!

EDIT: Great, got that sorted out. Updated my own article a little (ego FTW) and added Ebowed's Supreme Court nomination to his article.

[Oakvale]

I, Ebowed, do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the office of Associate Justice and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution of the Republic of Atlasia, so help me Dave.

I, Oakvale, do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the office of Governor of the Pacific and will, to the best of my ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of Atlasia, so help me Dave.

Well, there it is.

Yes, in a development that will strike dread into the hearts of good men everywhere, I've ascended to the, er, governership of the Pacific in light of (former) Governor Ebowed's appointment to the Supreme Court
First and foremost, I'd like to congratulate Justice Ebowed on his succesful confirmation, and wish him all the best on the Court. The President made a fine choice.

Secondly, as Governor I'll have to certify the results of the legislature's vote on the "Ludlow Amendment". Of course, I was personally opposed to the amendment, but it passed the Pacific legislature fair and square, even while failing overall.

If anyone wants to replace me in the now-vacant Lieutenant Governor's mansion, you've got a week to declare your candidacy. After that, I'll appoint a replacement. There's an election next month AFAIK so it's not a huge deal, anyway.

Lastly, the remainder of Ebowed's term expires next month. I'm undecided as to whether I'll seek election in my own right, but rest assured that regardless of my decision I'll serve dutifully as Governor for as long as I'm in office, be it as a mere "placeholder" or something more.

Thanks to everyone who made this thread somewhat active! I'll be continuing to use this, er, offi
Oakvale
Governor of the Pacific [1]




[1] Come on, grant me a little pomp and circumstance.

[Barnes]

I updated the Pacific Wiki pages, and such, so everything is nice and up-to-date.

[MASHED POTATOES. VOTE!]

Ah, in Pacific it's so easy to get a promotion rapidly.

[Oakvale]

Ah, in Pacific it's so easy to get a promotion rapidly.

It's like political musical chairs in this place.

EDIT: Thanks muchly, Barnes!

[Obnoxiously Slutty Girly Girl]

I, Oakvale, do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the office of Governor of the Pacific and will, to the best of my ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of Atlasia, so help me Dave.

Oh dear, my condolences to the Pacific region.












Congrats on your promotion.

[bgwah]

Congratulations. Personally I hope you decide to run next month. No Pacific Governor has served less than one term, you know!

[Purple State]

Congrats from one executive to another.

[Oakvale]

Thanks, everyone. Hopefully I won't leave the Pacific a charred, barren wasteland.

BTW, Mr. President, when does the ConCon start? We in the Pacific haven't got a delegate yet, so I'm a-searching for volunteers.

[Purple State]

Thanks, everyone. Hopefully I won't leave the Pacific a charred, barren wasteland.

BTW, Mr. President, when does the ConCon start? We in the Pacific haven't got a delegate yet, so I'm a-searching for volunteers.

It starts as soon as all the delegates are selected. I know, not a good incentive to get moving quickly, but so it goes.

[Oakvale]

I'll make my re-election campaign official.

I'll be seeking a full term as Governor of the Pacific.

I've mulled it over, and briefly considered running for one of the at-large Senate seats instead, but I think I can do good work for the Pacific, so I'm going to run for a term as Governor in my own right when the remainder of Ebowed's term expires next month.

It may be the Pacific, but I've been Governor for like three days, so I wouldn't be surprised if I had an opponent or two, even within the JCP.

I'll roll out some policy proposals over the next few days.


EDIT: Thanks for the info, Mr. President!

[Хahar 🤔]

Thus far, you've been a nice, obedient little minion. You'll do fine as Governor.

[Oakvale]

Thus far, you've been a nice, obedient little minion. You'll do fine as Governor.

Oh shut up.

[Хahar 🤔]

Thus far, you've been a nice, obedient little minion. You'll do fine as Governor.

Oh shut up.

Who told you to say that?

[Oakvale]

Thus far, you've been a nice, obedient little minion. You'll do fine as Governor.

Oh shut up.

Who told you to say that?

Have I offended you somehow? I merely ask.

[Хahar 🤔]

Thus far, you've been a nice, obedient little minion. You'll do fine as Governor.

Oh shut up.

Who told you to say that?

Have I offended you somehow? I merely ask.

Not beyond just being a tool, no.

[Oakvale]

Thus far, you've been a nice, obedient little minion. You'll do fine as Governor.

Oh shut up.

Who told you to say that?

Have I offended you somehow? I merely ask.

Not beyond just being a tool, no.

*shrug*

Well, um, what can I say to that?

I'm not a "tool" of anyone (or anything, for that matter), but believe what you will. It's a free country region.

EDIT: I'm assuming that you meant "tool" in the metaphorical sense as opposed to the colloquial...

[Oakvale]

On the advice of Midwest Lieutenant Governor whateverthehelltheycallitoverthere Kalwejt, I've decided to produce an ad (of sorts) for my election campaign.

Here's me, working hard for the region.

*cheesy 80s music blares*

*runs up mountain*