Cheetah's 6 Tips for New Politicians
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I know a lot of you new players are always looking to become the next CP of the eUK, or the run your own party. You can't always rush into the top roles so you need to be patient and build your way up to the top. Whatever way you want to succeed in eUK politics, these 6 tips can meet your needs.
Tip 1: Talk To Those In Power
If you want to be the country president, don't be scared to ask them a few questions about their role. Same with Congress or party presidents. Most players in these roles will help out newer players, but don't be put off if they don't answer you as certain roles can get demanding at times. How will you know it is the position for you if you don't know what goes on in it?
Tip 2: Publish One Or Two Political Articles
If the eUK goes to war, maybe you could write an article about your views on that. If there is an impeachment proposal going through Congress you could give your views on that. Writing articles and doing a bit of background research before will give you more knowledge in politics. More experienced players will also often comment below your article which can open up a small debate. You might find that people are asking you to join their political party afterwards.
Tip 3: Help Out In Government
The government has several ministries including Home Affairs, Health, Defence and Foreign Affairs. Working in any of these ministries will give you experience in that field and politics overall. Ask the person in charge of the ministry that you want to go into if you can help out. Certain ministries like the Ministry of Health and Ministry of Foreign Affairs(if the Ambassador Program is running) will need volunteers all the time, so just get involved.
Tip 4: Learn eRepublik's Abbreviations and Acronyms
For new players this can get very confusing because there are so many. You have probably heard people saying things like "Do your DO" or "I'm playing with the MM", both of which sound very confusing. If you want to understand everyone in eRepublik I recommend Max Blue's recent article. You can find many abbreviations and acronyms in it.
Tip 5: Try To Avoid Trolling
Even though a lot of older players do it, you will find most of the recent CP's are ones that have stayed out of trolling as much as possible. If you upset one half of the country you are relying on 50% to vote for you which isn't always going to happen, try to keep friendly and make some friends. Don't follow what the trolls are doing, set your own trend.
Tip 6: Join A Party With Your Own Beliefs
Don't join a party just for bribes or because they are the biggest, it wont get you as far. Join a party because their policies match your beliefs. Don't be afraid to join a party outside the top 5 as well, with member count in parties so close you have a good chance of getting into Congress. A lot of people have joined the big parties and not had their voice heard, you can choose your own party and you choose whether you want your voice to be heard.
This article was written by CheetahCurtis on the 6th of August 2013. Please subscribe for more great tips and info.
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If you have any tips for new politicians in the eUK, please share them below.
http://www.erepublik.com/en/article/old-ten-tips-to-follow-to-become-a-good-politician--2302240/1/20
Be kinder than necessary, for everyone is going through some manner of trouble.
that's a favourite quote that applies here.
Also effort gets noticed.
i am not kind - everyone who quits because of me would eventually quit the game because of Platos sh.t anyway... the sooner these weak minded individuals fall the less newbie-support will be wasted
Vótáilte! o7
"Tip 5: Try To Avoid Trolling"
lol nearly believed you
"Tip 6: Join A Party With Your Own Beliefs"
in some countries big parties have more members but not nearly all of them are active - so they might even get less votes it congress election than a medium sized party. and in some countries the ministers come from small and medium sized parties for years - because they are more active and no refuge for newbies and 2clicker
Take part in the community, Get to know people.
This is after all a Social game and the more people you know and are friends with the easier eLife will be.
All in all, Try and be a nice person.
I was going to put use IRC often but I don't do that myself, and same with quite a few people now.
Yup, it's definitely useful. But tbh I think being seen in the media, commenting, being active in an MU and/or party etc. all helps.
Yeah, I would definitely recommend joining a party you actually believe in. Being in the WRP has very rarely limited what I can do. In fact In my 7 1/2 months on eRepublik. I'm a 4 times congressman and a ex-minister.
Also, make yourself known. If you aren't adding friends, or making articles or chatting on the IRC. Your not really going to experience eRepublik in it's full.
Make sure you get experience, don't be afraid to hang around in Deputy or Under-minister positions in government. After 1-2 months as a deputy, most CP candidates will consider you for a ministerial position.
lol, with the support of New Era, mostly.
Alphabethis(and everyone else with the same intention), I would be grateful if you didn't start any arguments about parties in these comments. This article is for new players, and you wouldn't be showing a good impression of the eUK.
Keep your bollocks out of a article that is helping newbs.
I was being kind...
I was speaking to alpha, sorry.
I know, I was being kind to Alpha, people actually do that you know...
I know, I am just tired of him badmouthing everyone else.
Lol, thanks for trying to start an argument in a article made to help new players, and for a matter of fact. I only had 1 congress term under New Era support. Out of four.
Make friends and use your shout boxes! Don't be afraid to ask for help, most of the people here are great.
Except for those like me, who just want to prove everyone wrong.
(Point and evidence) They also try their hardest to make it look like they know what they're doing, in the hope of having you under them, whereas you could probably get ahead without the knowledge they have, but you couldn't stay there for long.
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But there are plenty of people who are very willing to help out new guys, like Woldy or Appleby.
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Great article!
good article
Voted, good advice.
Don't be afraid to ask questions or make mistakes. Integrity is the only real currency you have to trade here - be careful with it, because once it is gone it is almost impossible to get back. Treat people the way you would in real life and always focus on the positives!
just enjoy yourself. its a game, dont take shit too seriously.
Enjoy? I think if we were meant to enjoy ourselves they would have made a fun game.