The Atlasian Journal

[Enduro]

Welcome to the office of the Game Moderator.

[Enduro]

Unemployment numbers
Northeast 7.8% (down .3%)
With the BOOST Act starting to take effect, the economy of the Northeast has been making a slow recovery. Experts say that Governor Blair should only expect a larger drop overall.
Mideast 7.7% (down .1%)
Although spending much money on their recent recovery initiative, it seems that the Mideast has stalled in recovery, some economists have expressed their belief that their unemployment rate is going to drop quickly.
Midwest 8.6% (no change)
Lack of action has caused the economy to stall, the good news is the numbers didn't go up.
Pacific 8.8% (up .3%)
Now with the largest unemployment rate in the nation, some say that the Pacific can't be saved.
South 8.3% (down .2%)
Haslam's jobs creation bill has been successful thus far, the most important part is the website sejobs.gov, which has gotten 1 million visits since it's creation.
Nationwide 8.1%
Some in the Pacific has called for the federal government to intervene, only time will tell if they will.

[Enduro]

Today's News...
In the Northeast, there have been some peaceful protests of the Refugee Assistance Act. Some 200 protesters have showed up in Philadelphia, and 120 in Boston. Although, not every protest was peaceful with some foreigners reporting to have received anonymous death threats.

In the Mideast, an activist has claimed to have seen the mistreatment of veterans in Mideast facilities, saying that they were "down right disgusting," and that Governor NeverAgain should "fix it, or resign."

In the Midwest, a man was barred from entering a grocery store because of a shirt that displayed a few guns and said "I believe in the second amendment." The creators of the shirt has seen a 9% increase in sales because of it.

In the South, a pro choice activist group has called for Speaker Haslam to resign. The group is reported to be planning political repercussions if he doesn't.

In nationwide news, the lack of action on Immagration, refugees, and ISIS has angered the electorate; some have simply let their anger be known on social media, while others have left the nation all together.

(Sorry, this one is short, updates will get longer and more informative in the future, right now I'm just trying to settle into my new role.)

[Classic Conservative]

Finally an active GM!!! What was that wonderful mans name who was wearing that shirt???

[NeverAgain]

Wonderful Enduro! Thank you so much for this update, I am glad you brought the issue of Veterans Affairs up to my attention, it will definitely be a major priority of my administration.

[Enduro]

Finally an active GM!!! What was that wonderful mans name who was wearing that shirt???

Thank you, and it's Eric Wilson.

Wonderful Enduro! Thank you so much for this update, I am glad you brought the issue of Veterans Affairs up to my attention, it will definitely be a major priority of my administration.

Thank you, and you're welcome.

[Unconditional Surrender Truman]

Excellent, Enduro! This is exactly the kind of activity we need. I actually think the shorter updates might be preferable to long editorials (because, lets face it, barely anybody read those).

In the Mideast, an activist has claimed to have seen the mistreatment of veterans in Mideast facilities, saying that they were "down right disgusting," and that Governor NeverAgain should "fix it, or resign."

Are these problems similar to the ones were's seeing in real life, or something different?

[This account no longer in use.]

Glad to see that we have a GM once again!

As for the Northeast, peaceful protests are always fine, but death threats simply cannot be tolerated. I would be open to creating a bill to protect refugees from truly harmful protestors.

[Enduro]

Excellent, Enduro! This is exactly the kind of activity we need. I actually think the shorter updates might be preferable to long editorials (because, lets face it, barely anybody read those).

In the Mideast, an activist has claimed to have seen the mistreatment of veterans in Mideast facilities, saying that they were "down right disgusting," and that Governor NeverAgain should "fix it, or resign."

Are these problems similar to the ones were's seeing in real life, or something different?

First, thank you for the kind words.
Second, it's similar to what we've seen, but a little worse; such as refusal of service, and some racism. There are a few cases were a worker would be rude or worse to a veteran.

Glad to see that we have a GM once again!

As for the Northeast, peaceful protests are always fine, but death threats simply cannot be tolerated. I would be open to creating a bill to protect refugees from truly harmful protestors.

Glad to see that you want to take action on those death threats! Can't wait to see what you introduce into the assembly.

[Enduro]

BREAKING...

Eric Wilson, the man made famous by a shirt, has been killed. After a hunting trip with Secretary of State Classic Conservative, he went home to rest; a few hours later, he was found dead. Police investigation to follow. Initial reports suggest he was shot by a .45, more details to follow.

[This account no longer in use.]

May he rest in peace. It disgusts me that people would fight against guns by using guns to kill.

[Leinad]

Great work, Enduro! Keep it up!

In the South, a pro choice activist group has called for Speaker Haslam to resign. The group is reported to be planning political repercussions if he doesn't.

Haslam's been a key part in rejuvenating the South, it's silly to call for him to resign due to opinions on just one issue.

BREAKING...

Eric Wilson, the man made famous by a shirt, has been killed. After a hunting trip with Secretary of State Classic Conservative, he went home to rest; a few hours later, he was found dead. Police investigation to follow. Initial reports suggest he was shot by a .45, more details to follow.

What region was this in?

Either way, my condolences to those missing Eric Wilson, his family and friends, and may the law correctly determine who did this and give an appropriate punishment to this terrible (and ironically hypocritical) murderer.

[This account no longer in use.]

I'm guessing Midwest.

[Leinad]

I'm guessing Midwest.

I would, too, but Classic now lives in the South--the ship that I'm captain of.

[Enduro]

Today's news...
In the Northeast, the peaceful protests have increased, a 300 person demonstration has occurred at the historical site of Gettysburg. What is worrying the people is a refugee has been hospitalized, not clear yet if this is related to the recent death threats.

In the Mideast, the activist, Kaylee Hall, has stepped up her criticism of the state of Veteran affairs. Stating that her father died from a disease obtained overseas, and had not received help from anyone.

In the Midwest, no suspects has been found in Eric Wilson's murder. Meanwhile, gun enthusiasts want action, and so does the left, albeit in a different direction.

In the South, the pro choice group, Women United, has unleashed a series of ads spreading rumors about Speaker Haslam, amoung them were accusations of rape, lying, and stealing money from the government. They also released an ad proclaiming Assemblyman Steelers to be the next great politician for freedom.

In the Pacific, a police officer was shot off duty, he is going to make a full recovery and demands Justice. The 15 year old boy who shot him says he was only playing with the gun, and didn't mean to shoot him.

In nationwide news, a YouTube video has gone viral depicting a man getting beaten up for expressing isolationist views. The video has revised over 3 million views, and doesn't seem to be slowing down.

[Enduro]

In some surprising news, NASA has sent in a plan to put a self-sustaining research base on Mars to President Griffin for approval. It would take about $100 billion to produce, and would be officially in business in early 2017; the plan calls for 8-10 brave individuals to leave the Earth. The plan includes a return trip should any supplies prove unsustainable on the planet, and includes enough backup food for the base that a rescue mission could happen before they run out.

[Enduro]

Today's news...

In the Northeast, the authorities confirmed that the refugee recently hospitalized was attacked by a man who hates Muslims. This confirms that the hospitalization was because of the death threats.

In the Mideast, several veterans had a demonstration; in a VA care facility, every veteran got up and left at approximately 11:11 AM. Kaylee Hall has called for more peaceful demonstrations like this.

In the Midwest, still no leads in Eric Wilson's case, but Eric's brother, Daniel, has demanded someone pay. He started a Facebook page called "justice For Eric Wilson," and has gotten 1.8 million likes.

In the South, Women United has called for people to vote "nay" on the recent defund abortion companies bill introduced by Haslam. Threatening to bring harm to the Speakers family; a member of Women United left the group after hearing of this threat of violence. She plans on starting a new group.

In the Pacific, the police officer, in order to build bridges, had met with the 15 year old boy who shot him. He has offered to teach the child how to properly use a gun.

In nationwide news, while NASA waits anxiously for the go ahead on the Mars base, the YouTube video depicting an isolationist getting brutally beaten has gotten 6 million views. YouTube commenters are raging at the government for lack of action.

[Enduro]

Sorry for the delay, here's the news,

In the Northeast, after another refugee was hospitalized, many begun demanding that Governor Blair do something.

In the Mideast, Governor NeverAgain has been met with appreciation for his words about veterans, Kaylee Hall has officially requested to meet with the Givernor personally to discuss policy.

In the Midwest, it has been revealed that Eric Wilson was a member of the notorious KKK for a short time back when he was 19.

In the South, Haslam's "go to hell" quote has become a rallying cry for individuals opposed to Women United, it was trending on Twitter for 5 hours after the quote was made. Many have called for legal action against the group, but Haslam has steadfastly refused.

In the Pacific, a demonstration of 200 individuals happened in LA to ask the federal government to step in, but later a demonstration of 220 had asked for the regional government to restart business in San Diego.

In nationwide news, the YouTube video of someone getting beaten for expressing his isolationist opinion has now reached 11 million views; in a response video, activist Kaylee Hall has asked the government to bring justice, saying that "someone will eventually seek justice, and if it's not the government, it'll be ugly."

[Blair]

Thank you for the update GM

[Enduro]

Thank you for the update GM

You're welcome.

[Former Senator Haslam2020]

Great! and.....

#GoToHell

[Enduro]

Today, in the south, 3 officers were seen brutally beating an African American individual near a Church; one church goer, 21 year old Norman Johnson, saw the situation, and took action in order to protect this man. He hit one officer, and another promptly tazed him.

A business owner, David Williams, saw Norman getting tazed and the man bleeding on the ground, and got a couple of his friends; armed, they opened fire on the officers who took refuge in the Church. In the following firefight, one officer was injured and one of their opponents cut himself on glass.

Most of the Casulties came from those inside the Church, 2 dead civilians, while an additional 8 were injured.

Police arrived on the scene to see most of the people fled the scene, David Williams, Norman Johnson, and the 3 officers have been taken into custody for questioning. The man originally being attacked by the officers is currently in the hospital.



(This story was cowritten by Haslam as a part of the Newspaper Initiative)

[Leinad]

Before decided on where to direct collective outrage towards...why exactly did this occur? At first glance this seems like a terrible case of police brutality, but surely there was a reason, right? Not that it couldn't be a case of police brutality with a reason (from the information given, it's very unlikely the police are blameless here), but motives would be helpful.

It's a bit vague on the details, and while I suppose that's the idea (storytelling, you know), it seems rather confusing (who exactly was the guy being beaten? Who were the people who died? Etc.)

[Enduro]

Before decided on where to direct collective outrage towards...why exactly did this occur? At first glance this seems like a terrible case of police brutality, but surely there was a reason, right? Not that it couldn't be a case of police brutality with a reason (from the information given, it's very unlikely the police are blameless here), but motives would be helpful.

It's a bit vague on the details, and while I suppose that's the idea (storytelling, you know), it seems rather confusing (who exactly was the guy being beaten? Who were the people who died? Etc.)

Conflicting reports, don't yet why the police officers were beating the man.

The guy was homeless, had no identification, we'll ask him when he's in recovery.
The people who died were regular church goers; one was named Tim Uno, was about to get married in 2 weeks, the other, Cecelia Jones, was a single mother of two.

[Enduro]

Today's news...

In the Northeast, The End Threats Act has been passed, only time will tell if it decreases the number of threats.

In the Mideast, lack of action has caused veterans to call Governor NeverAgain "all talk, and no action."

In the Midwest, further investigation suggests an accomplice in the Eric Wilson case, many want the Midwest office holders to comment on this.

In the South, several Women United leaders have been arrested for threatening Haslam's family, will he press charges? Furthermore, the remaining leaders of the group, in hiding, have reportedly been planning a to fight back using the recent shoot out at the Church.

In the Pacific, several people have threatened to take over the capital of the Pacific and force lawmakers to do something. There is no sign of these threats being organized, but they may become organized over time.

In nationwide news, the YouTube video has reached 15.5 million views, now, news has came out that one man, who was an attacker, was hunted down and was beaten in a similar fashion. The video depicting this, was uploaded anonymously to YouTube and has 2.3 million views.