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Fourth Edition: Tues, October 5, 2010

In the last few days Ireland has seen a very tough period of trials and tribulation. On going changes to the game have put eIreland at a serious disadvantage, and now we see that disadvantage beginning to sink in. It remains to be seen, exactly what will happen to eIreland, as pandemics of treasury controversy, advancing redcoats, and political unrest, set in over the already dark days afoot.

Where to begin? Arbitrarily, we might as well cover the treasury scandal. eIrish logged in today, only to find an article from the treasurer’s office, which featured the mocking face of a grinning tri-coloured clown (white, red?, and green), and a smug message from two eUkers named Maddog Jones and Tomazim. The article, posted through the eIrish Banc Ceannais, talked about infiltration of the eIrish accounts via a yet unidentified traitor or cheat who either stole or abused passwords. By the article, it is unclear whether the eBrits who got the password (and should be given credit for not doing as much damage as possible, and also for making some effort to report the mole) actually have a clear idea of who it is, since no name was posted, to protect them from admin/higher persecution. These recent events bring eIrish security practices back under heavy question, as well as bringing blame and paranoia down over an already divided and vulnerable nation.

In addition to everything else, eIrish continue to defend their greatest population base, Dublin, as the eBrits, spurred on by the opportunity to capitalize on the new combat system, take jabs at the heart of eIreland. Unfortunately, such a loss as Dublin, might be better described as a haymaker than a jab. The ICA, predictably, ordered the defense of Dublin. Not so encouragingly, the battle has often been a losing one, as the new combat system strips the eIrish of their skills in strategy and guerilla warfare (skills paralleling RL). The relatively small numbers of ones masterful and cunning eIrish, are now forced to line up, load their muskets, advance standing open in formation, and go head on head in an open field, as in the British tradition of rich military strategy.

Finally, eIreland’s greatest struggle; the internal one. eIreland may be fortunate to be witnessing an election at this time; the political future may be the only promising future for the country. The election is run by three very good candidates for presidency; an event which is rare for any country RL or eWorld. The election is currently lead by Connel Rath (52.87% of 174 votes) who has ambitious goals for his campaign, to accompany his ambitious promotion, which has been decorating the sidebars for the last few days. What is encouraging is the involvement, debate, and moments of intellectual progress, which have defined these candidates. The barriers that they still face however are the party divisions and smear tactics which have been taking up space among both campaigns and the minds of voters.

If at the end of this election, the parties involved cannot put aside their differences and commit themselves to saving eIreland; the weight of eUK, and the tides of change, may crush all hopes of a united eIreland, and prosperity for her citizens. Fortunately, the character and commitment of these candidates inspires good faith that eIreland may have hope yet.

Incidentally I am a member of Eire Aontaithe. While it’s then obvious whom I’m voting for; I encourage two things for citizens of eIreland.

1) Make sure you vote and make your opinion count. In this way we can make sure that the government is truly accountable to its patrons, customers, employers, and employees - that is to say, its citizens.

Note: 174/900+ citizens is not healthy democracy – though a majority of the 900 may be inactive or under voting level, but still.

2) Don’t let anyone tell you whom you’re voting for. Educate yourself on each party, candidate, and platform; then to the best of your ability, do service to your country by your choice.

Ian E Coleman – The Coleman Global




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