Office of VPH (ME Governor)

[VPH]

Vote VPH (Lab-MI) for Mideast Governor!

Today, I'm announcing my run for governor of the Mideast region. I'm committed to passing legislation and increasing activity in the region. Through my 2 terms in the assembly, I've worked on passing all sorts of legislation. Here's a snapshot of my record:

Introduced:
Family Farm Regulatory Relief Act-Passed
College Affordability Act-Introduced, will be debated upon election of a new speaker

Sponsored:
2nd Amendment to the Constitution-Sponsored after HST's departure

Key Votes:
Confirmation of New Canadaland-AYE
KC Relief Act-AYE
Mideast Assembly Rules-AYE
Accessible Statute Act-AYE
Force-wide body cameras-AYE
2015 budget-AYE

Budget Amendments
Increased funding for:
-Crop insurance
-Energy infrastructure updates
-Pollution control
-Railroads
-Community development
-Job training
-Family support
-Law enforcement
-Research and development tax breaks
-Education deductions
-Deductions for the blind and elderly
All financed by a slight increase in sin taxes!

Proposals Submitted
-4 region game reform

This thread will serve as my campaign thread. Platform and other things will be announced here!

[NeverAgain]

Endorsed! Will be bittersweet to see you gone in the assembly though.

[VPH]

Thanks!

[VPH]

Endorsements

Mideast Assemblyman NeverAgain (Lab)
At-Large Senator Kalwejt (Lab)
Presidential Candidate Adam Griffin (Lab)
Senator Blair (Lab)
Senator Truman (TPP)
NE Governor Pikachu (TPP)

[MASHED POTATOES. VOTE!]

Endorsed and I'll have a great pleasure when I vote for you.

[Adam Griffin]

Endorsed!

[VPH]

Thank you both! The support is much appreciated!

[VPH]

Hello, fellow Atlasians and Mideasterners. I'm rolling out my campaign logo today!

[VPH]

I'm looking for an Lt. Governor! Doesn't have to be a Labor Party member; I'm looking for somebody who shares common goals!

[Unconditional Surrender Truman]

During our time together in the Assembly, I never knew you to be anything but an exemplary servant of our Region. It's abundantly clear that you have the experience and dedication necessary to lead the Mideast towards a more prosperous future.

Consider yourself endorsed!

[VPH]

Platform

Game Reform
I'm a moderate on this issue and I will work with all sides of the debate. I proposed a 4 region proposal, as I truly believe in keeping regions together for legislative and cultural purposes. I know we clearly need to spur activity, and I will support reasonable proposals to do so.

Mideast Government Reform
I support the proposal to cut the assembly to 3 members. This will encourage competitive elections, faster bill passage, and better gameplay. Moreover, I support allowing citizens and non-assembly members to introduce legislation which could then be considered or not by the assembly. (Discretion of speaker)

Social Programs
I oppose any cuts to social safety net programs, as these programs are key to helping underprivileged Mideasterners.

Workers
I fully support union rights and will protect our workers to the fullest. Any sort of RTW bill will get a veto stamp from me. I will support the creation of an apprenticeship program for youth to provide on the job training for certain careers. I will push for parental leave availability that instead of the status quo, gives couples the choice on how they want to split their 20 weeks of leave.

Education
As one of the major proponents of education reform, I've been at the forefront of higher ed reform efforts. We still need to increase the amount of technical training in high schools and reform the system of standardized testing. I will fight tirelessly to ensure equality of education for students of all ability levels, genders, races, orientations, etc.

Environmental Policy
I will fight for a moratorium on new fracking operations until further research is conducted. A VPH administration will prioritize clean energy while also recognizing the current importance of fossil fuels and investing in technologies to make coal and natural gas cleaner.

Social Issues
I was key in ensuring that abortion reform efforts maintained high punishments for those who break the current ban. I also support making sure that requirements are firm but humane. I oppose the death penalty and euthanasia as well. 

[Blair]

A true progressive champion, you'll make a fine governor. Endorsed!

[VPH]

Thank you!

[pikachu]

You seem reasonable. Endorsed.

[VPH]

Please go vote, Mideast residents!

[VPH]

Thank you all for the support. Now let's get to work!

I'm currently looking for a willing and active Lt. Governor.

[Unconditional Surrender Truman]

Congratulations, Mr. Governor-elect! I have not doubt you'll do an excellent job representing the people of the Mideast.

(Also, the "Mideast" is abbreviated ME; MA stands for Mideast Assembly.)

[VPH]

Typo! Oops, thanks for catching that and thanks for the support.

[Adam Griffin]

Glorious news! Congratulations.

[Blair]

Congrats on your win

[VPH]

I'm excited to work with NeverAgain as speaker! Let's get stuff done! I'm still accepting applicants for Lt. Governor.

[NeverAgain]

I'm excited to work with NeverAgain as speaker! Let's get stuff done! I'm still accepting applicants for Lt. Governor.

Agreed! Excited to work with you also! I am proposing 2 new pieces of legislation this weekend, get your pen out!

[NeverAgain]

Mr. Governor, this awaits your signature or veto.

[VPH]

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xVPH

This is an awesome bill and I'm glad to sign such a measure that will no doubt bring economic prosperity to our region. Keep up the good work.

[NeverAgain]

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This has passed the ME legislature and is here for your signature, or veto.