Resignation as MoD
Day 843, 09:09
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Published in Ireland 
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by Donovan Thomas
To: The People of eIreland
I hereby publicly tender my resignation as Minister of Defence. As my last order, I ask the CoS / Co-Mod Gleb2006 to change the passwords to all the orgs.
For whoever takes up the cross of MoD for the remainder of this administration I stand by to offer any unofficial advice or guidance you may desire.
I would like to apologize to Gleb for putting the brunt of work on his shoulders. I believe Gleb to be a dedicated and conscientious soldier who has bright ideas and the will to carry them out. I believe he will be an important part of the IDF in the future. For those who had hoped to serve as deputies, I will forward all information I have on all existing programs on to Gleb.
I would further like to apologize to those soldiers who asked me to stay on as MoD and maintain a level of sanity in the current turbulent times but as my mentor once said “My position is untenable.”
The fact is I am too much of my RL military self. For those of you who have served the following statement will explain it all.
I have lost confidence in out President’s ability to command.
Analysis
As CC I have just closed out the vote posted in the public Dáil by our President requesting a National State of Emergency.
This vote failed by a margin of twenty to one.
Let me state that in a different manner;
Everyone BUT the President thinks it a bad idea.
I find myself realizing that I have no idea what is running though my bosses mind. I don’t have an open line of communication with him; I don’t feel like I have been consulted in regards to “threats” to the country and don’t feel that I am an active part of this administration. I do not feel he is approachable. I also don't believe I should have to ask for orders.
I believe the President feels that The Dáil is a tool for him to mold and bend to his will and that when the elected representatives of the people do not agree with him that the option of martial law exists.
I wholeheartedly and emphatically disagree with this.
I can no longer serve under Dubhthaigh in good conscience. My assessment of the President is now so skewed that I feel that I can no longer execute the Minister of Defence position in good faith. I find myself wondering what position I will be placed in the next time the Dáil or a senior cabinet member disagrees with him.
I fear that very shortly I will be faced with choices that would force me to break my oath.
I would rather face the scorn and ridicule of quitting than the possibility of being forced to mutiny.
I will leave it at that before my emotions get the better of me and the fingers start flying on the keyboard.
I will continue to properly execute my duties as CC and TD. This country needs a strong congress now more than ever.
Very Respectfully,
Donovan Thomas
I hereby publicly tender my resignation as Minister of Defence. As my last order, I ask the CoS / Co-Mod Gleb2006 to change the passwords to all the orgs.
For whoever takes up the cross of MoD for the remainder of this administration I stand by to offer any unofficial advice or guidance you may desire.
I would like to apologize to Gleb for putting the brunt of work on his shoulders. I believe Gleb to be a dedicated and conscientious soldier who has bright ideas and the will to carry them out. I believe he will be an important part of the IDF in the future. For those who had hoped to serve as deputies, I will forward all information I have on all existing programs on to Gleb.
I would further like to apologize to those soldiers who asked me to stay on as MoD and maintain a level of sanity in the current turbulent times but as my mentor once said “My position is untenable.”
The fact is I am too much of my RL military self. For those of you who have served the following statement will explain it all.
I have lost confidence in out President’s ability to command.
Analysis
As CC I have just closed out the vote posted in the public Dáil by our President requesting a National State of Emergency.
This vote failed by a margin of twenty to one.
Let me state that in a different manner;
Everyone BUT the President thinks it a bad idea.
I find myself realizing that I have no idea what is running though my bosses mind. I don’t have an open line of communication with him; I don’t feel like I have been consulted in regards to “threats” to the country and don’t feel that I am an active part of this administration. I do not feel he is approachable. I also don't believe I should have to ask for orders.
I believe the President feels that The Dáil is a tool for him to mold and bend to his will and that when the elected representatives of the people do not agree with him that the option of martial law exists.
I wholeheartedly and emphatically disagree with this.
I can no longer serve under Dubhthaigh in good conscience. My assessment of the President is now so skewed that I feel that I can no longer execute the Minister of Defence position in good faith. I find myself wondering what position I will be placed in the next time the Dáil or a senior cabinet member disagrees with him.
I fear that very shortly I will be faced with choices that would force me to break my oath.
I would rather face the scorn and ridicule of quitting than the possibility of being forced to mutiny.
I will leave it at that before my emotions get the better of me and the fingers start flying on the keyboard.
I will continue to properly execute my duties as CC and TD. This country needs a strong congress now more than ever.
Very Respectfully,
Donovan Thomas
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"I have lost confidence in our President’s ability to command."
I second that.
This is a huge pity.
I am not going to fan any flames now but I look forward to the responses
bye
"I have lost confidence in our President’s ability to command."
I'll agree with that as well.
For you to have come to this decision, DT, it has to be bad. Wow. Hmmm.
I definitely dont think Dubh is doing a good job after the last few days craziness but , I dont know if resigning is an appropriate form of protest. The IDF needs a good MoD and for time we will be without a leader in that position
The loss of a good MoD, but understandably so. I voted and supported Dubh, but this sudden spasm has made me not quite so supportive. He's alienated a lot of supporters, so we'll see how things play out.
shame.. 🙁
I understand, DT. And I don't blame you. It's a shame it has to come to this, though.
You're a great MoD and I'm sure Dub will come around.
♥
Just some teething problems DT. I hope you stay active in the ministry.
Good luck DT. I wish you well in your RL responsibilities. Here's to sticking around for a while, even if just for two-clicking or advisory stuff.
I think its time to question whether Dubh is even fit for office anymore.
This is Madness...
Sorry to see it, but as a Soldier....
hmmm...
Understandable.
Respect.
o7
How did he even become President? Who was stupid enough to vote for him? He has been awful from day one.
The funny thing is his actions have actually given a legitimate reason for a impeachment.
"The funny thing is his actions have actually given a legitimate reason for a impeachment."
Indeed but if we impeach Dubh, we are left with John Smith 2k9.
By the way, JohnSmith 2k9 appears to be gone awol.
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hahaha
Well, JohnSmith 2K9 explained on the IFP forums that he would not be as active as he used to be for at least a good few weeks. But I'm sure he could be convinced to put in more time online if he were made President.
Thats like Patton resigning because he didnt like FDR.
>.>
FFS
"Well, JohnSmith 2K9 explained on the IFP forums that he would not be as active as he used to be for at least a good few weeks. But I'm sure he could be convinced to put in more time online if he were made President."
rofl great idea. Make someone who doesn't even log in President
DT, All the while the crap has been flying I watched you try to keep a level head without actively schilling for a president that has obviously lost the confidence of the country after less than a week in office. The one thing I kept thinking was....you came back to Ireland for this BS?
I applaud you.
JSK Laptop has died a horrible horrible death! Tho we are working on helping him get it sorted.
Well DT, it has been an honor serving by you in the Cabinet. There is no doubt in my mind that what you are doing now is clearly sane and justified. I'm afraid that you and I, as many of the Cabinet, have felt cut off from our President recently from lack of communication.
I will not be following suit with you, however, as I feel that now as much as ever I need to do as best a job as I can in this confusing and tremulous time.
Good luck to you sir, I'll see you in the Dáil. o7
>JSK Laptop has died a horrible horrible death! Tho we are working on helping him get it sorted.
Dude imagine now if he was the president, total clusterfuck.
oh dear, now the drama's starting to get serious....
i third that
Gleb for new MoD
@Quimby No he and many others came back because I said we would get more action and we did. So if we are going to be backsliding to the old way of doing things, then don't be surprised when people leave again in droves.
Knowing DT, he came to this conclusion after a lot of thought.
Tis a real shame. We had some positive momentum and now it has stagnated once again.
This things a mess
@DT you were left with no choice. It a shame but thats the way this country is being run atm 🙁
@Edana
It's why I'm no longer in Ireland. I'm still an Irish citizen. No matter how angry this place has made me I don't think I can give it up.
Sad news for Ireland.
"I have lost confidence in our President’s ability to command."
It's a shame really, that our Pres would let it come to this. Losing a good Minister, that is high in professionalism, says a lot for a President's poor activity.
DT, I know this goes without saying but do not consider leaving Ireland. Our loss of you from the Ministry of Defence is a blow in itself, and we need people like yourself to stand proud in our country. I have a lot of respect for you just like a lot of others around here - your approach to the game and circumstances are commendable.
Here's to hoping that things will change - for the better
Respect
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"Well, JohnSmith 2K9 explained on the IFP forums that he would not be as active as he used to be for at least a good few weeks."
Boy, I must be an idiot to not vote for John.
wow, that had to be a hard decision. You have my respect.
I'm not going anywhere ladies and gents. Thanks for the support.
I think our president's silence here speaks volumes.
POGOOOOOOO!!!!