August 2016 North Gubernatorial Debate

[Kingpoleon]

Thank you, cinyc, for hosting this debate. I thank my opponents for their participation in this display of democracy.

My main goals going forwards are clear: a regulatory commission to monitor economic regulations, a healthcare commission intended to keep costs at minimum and quality at maximum, and economical growth. My administration as Governor will never stop fighting for the betterment of its citizens. We will not leave the weakest behind. Instead, our slowest members will be energized and set the pace.

I have neither the experience nor the name recognition of my opponents. However, I assure you, I will not allow that to set me back. Instead, I will use my unique approach to leadership and legislation to guide the North through this transitional period.

[Kingpoleon]

Our tax system will be decided with the advice and consent of the legislature. My preliminary plan is this:

$0-30,000: 0%
$30,001-50,000: 8%
$50,001-$75,000: 15%
$75,001-$125,000: 20%
$125,001-$150,000: 25%
$150,001-$175,000: 30%
$175,001-$500,000: 33.3%
$500,001-$1,000,000: 35%
$1,000,001-$10,000,000: 37.5%
$10,000,000+: 40%

Corporate taxes would be progressive per size. Sales tax would be 7.5%, with an exemption for necessities for those making under fifty thousand a year. Sales tax would be exempt for all veterans and soldiers alongside their spouse and children under the age of twenty-three. I would consider negotiating for environmental taxes and fracking taxes. I would prefer limitations on inheritance taxes and estate taxes.

[Kingpoleon]

I want New York City to remain the capital of our region. Our Committeemen have chosen a city, and I stand by our decision. The opposition to this is merely radicalism under another name. In no uncertain terms do I say this: anyone supportive of moving the capital is either knowingly or unknowingly aiding and abetting a new coalition of radicalism. This new threat is the same ideology and has the same foundation as the old radicalism. It merely differs in its presentation of its ideology.

[Kingpoleon]

Polygamy and plural marriage are very, very complicated. If two people engage in a marriage, it may be wise to ask if they wish for a license that does not allow further marriages. Plural marriages cannot be engaged in without the consent of all partners. Besides that, it's perfectly fine with me legally. 

The denial of rights because something is "different" or "abnormal" or "a break from tradition" is not a new idea. It is an old idea of bigotry used against voting rights for minorities, interracial marriage, and gay marriage. However, this has a large historical history, some of it even documented in the Bible.

We cannot allow the denial of basic human rights - the same opportunity to marriage, family, friends, and beginning the same as anyone else. To do so would be a severe misstep. I understand you may not agree with me on this position or others, but at least I make it clear what my intentions are, however unpopular they may be.

[Kingpoleon]

Thank you for your answers.  My next question is:

Many regions before the reset legalized polygamy and plural marriage.  After the reset, those are illegal, at least for now.  What is your position on legalizing polygamy and plural marriage?

nah to legalization (evil socon)

Um... Are you serious?

[Kingpoleon]

I'm supportive of staggering in marijuana legalization. Let's say we begin with major decriminalization and the release of those for whom possession is their only crime. Dealing is another thing. We would definitely begin medical marijuana at the same time. After that is the case for three months or so, we would allow non-medical marijuana with strictly regulated intake. Similar drugs for legalization could under go a similar process if anyone actually pushes for it.

[Kingpoleon]

Next question:

What do you think the role of the North should be in setting health care policy?  Should this be left to Nyman, or should the North have its own health care policy?  If the North should set its own policy, what should that policy be?

I believe Nyman's idea of POAs, I believe is the name, is a good system. The North may add to it with a maximum efficiency universal health care system. Personally I would gladly put some funds into that as a supplement to the public option. I also intend to create a Healthcare Commission of fifteen members. These would include five former health insurance company executives, five former bureaucrats previously involved with healthcare, and five healthcare and health insurance experts and specialists.

[Kingpoleon]

The NMEA is the new alliance of radicals who were defeated in a strong mandate 56-44. Anyone associated with this association should immediately withdraw. As Governor, I intend to fight any and all radicals who continue to fight for their dying cause. We cannot afford a single term under a Governor or President radical enough to affiliate themselves with this organization.