July 5th - Our Magna Carta
Day 1,316, 17:07
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by Sperry
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July 5th - Sperry & TemujinBC
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Cabinet Release - Our Team
There's something to be said for history. It is our history that reminds us that the One Invasion does not mean the end of Canada. It is our history that teaches us the prospect of a wipe, as we faced in 2009, cannot destroy our nation nor unravel community. Recovery is not only possible - it is inevitable.
How do we achieve this recovery in the face of Polish, Spanish, and Indonesian adversities? By standing with the strongest thing we have - each other. It's more than just reaching out to new players who have yet to appear. It's about using, as effectively as we can, the very community we have created for ourself, at every level.
History of another sort - that of real life - brought England the Magna Carta many years ago. This Charter created liberties for the citizens England already had, as well as those yet to come. Canada has its own such Charter, for reasons just as important. Our Charter exists for more than just "roleplay". It contains the very blueprints for effective government, if only we would use them.
Recently, John Cleese (Adasko) has released a series of articles about the importance of Congress. Support him or not, his point on Congress is clear - they influence a great deal of Canada's policies, and like King John's Britons, deserve respect. Our Charter and Game Mechanics require Congress and the President to work together to achieve our Nation's goals. As we creep ever closer to the 5th, our newly elected Congress continues to stress the importance of their input - and rightly so. In order for our country to recover, our elected leaders must communicate, and they must be decisive.
The discord of the past 2 months has included a series of vehement disputes between our Presidents and Congress. The sources of these disputes are numerous, but their solution is the same: consistent, honest respect. Congress and the President need not agree, but they must be open to moving forward together as a Nation, and not against each other for ego's sake. This is all the more important in the face of a 3-way invasion from One.
I have had the pleasure of sitting in Congress 5 times in Canada, and each month, the relationship with the President effects directly the direction of the country. Presidents who work with Congress - who communicate their needs and are open to alternatives - keep morale high through even the deepest chasms. Presidents who deny this opportunity sap their effectiveness, and hurt the Canadian brand more than any invasion ever could.
On July 5th, we must elect a leader who understands that "the big chair" is not the only chair. We must elect a leader willing to communicate with Canadians at every level, particularly those who are just as passionate about our nation. Most importantly, we must elect a leader who understands that this collaboration will give us the direction to withstand One's temporary presence, and to recover in the aftermath. We have a Magna Carta. Let us use it.
Demand what you deserve. Demand the best.
July 5th: Sperry for CP
Dum spiro spero.
The Campaign Trail:
July 5th - Sperry & TemujinBC
Demand the Best - Accountable, Quality Leadership
The Most Powerful Button - Why Community Comes First
Cabinet Release - Our Team
There's something to be said for history. It is our history that reminds us that the One Invasion does not mean the end of Canada. It is our history that teaches us the prospect of a wipe, as we faced in 2009, cannot destroy our nation nor unravel community. Recovery is not only possible - it is inevitable.
How do we achieve this recovery in the face of Polish, Spanish, and Indonesian adversities? By standing with the strongest thing we have - each other. It's more than just reaching out to new players who have yet to appear. It's about using, as effectively as we can, the very community we have created for ourself, at every level.
History of another sort - that of real life - brought England the Magna Carta many years ago. This Charter created liberties for the citizens England already had, as well as those yet to come. Canada has its own such Charter, for reasons just as important. Our Charter exists for more than just "roleplay". It contains the very blueprints for effective government, if only we would use them.
Recently, John Cleese (Adasko) has released a series of articles about the importance of Congress. Support him or not, his point on Congress is clear - they influence a great deal of Canada's policies, and like King John's Britons, deserve respect. Our Charter and Game Mechanics require Congress and the President to work together to achieve our Nation's goals. As we creep ever closer to the 5th, our newly elected Congress continues to stress the importance of their input - and rightly so. In order for our country to recover, our elected leaders must communicate, and they must be decisive.
The discord of the past 2 months has included a series of vehement disputes between our Presidents and Congress. The sources of these disputes are numerous, but their solution is the same: consistent, honest respect. Congress and the President need not agree, but they must be open to moving forward together as a Nation, and not against each other for ego's sake. This is all the more important in the face of a 3-way invasion from One.
I have had the pleasure of sitting in Congress 5 times in Canada, and each month, the relationship with the President effects directly the direction of the country. Presidents who work with Congress - who communicate their needs and are open to alternatives - keep morale high through even the deepest chasms. Presidents who deny this opportunity sap their effectiveness, and hurt the Canadian brand more than any invasion ever could.
On July 5th, we must elect a leader who understands that "the big chair" is not the only chair. We must elect a leader willing to communicate with Canadians at every level, particularly those who are just as passionate about our nation. Most importantly, we must elect a leader who understands that this collaboration will give us the direction to withstand One's temporary presence, and to recover in the aftermath. We have a Magna Carta. Let us use it.
Demand what you deserve. Demand the best.
July 5th: Sperry for CP
Dum spiro spero.
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Sperry for CP o7
You are right Sperry, communication is critical.
Dum spiro spero.
"We must elect a leader willing to communicate with Canadians at every level, particularly those who are just as passionate about our nation."
^ That.
Sperry for CP!
omg, the Charter exists for more than roleplay? I thought it was just there to annoy the hardcore game mechanic-philes. As good as the Charter is, the functionality of it depends heavily on how much credence people are willing to give it.
Hey, why do our CPs have trouble with Congress when 90% are long-time Congressmen? *scratches head*
Comparing yourself to the Magna Carta? That takes guts.
Sperry for CP! 🙂
Zanalan 4 CP
I meant 90% of CPs were/have been long-time Congressmen. It's just interesting what happens when the shoe is on the other foot s'all I was saying.
My favorite article yet!
Good Luck,
~Venoms From South Africa~
We must elect a monkey, and I don't mean Kronos Q.
Give Congress the control it deserves.
"The discord of the past 2 months has included a series of vehement disputes between our Presidents and Congress."
I'd like to think I've rebuilt the bridge between the CP and Congress. I am after all a uniter not a divider.
Sperry is the man on July 5th.
Dum Spiro Spero
Muglack, you certainly are a step in the right direction. Morale is low right now due to what has occurred in the past 2 months. It is a difficult time for both CP and Congress as people in both positions have not felt respected for a long time.
So yes, you are beginning to rebuilt that bridge, but it will take time. You are laying the foundations for someone else to pick up work. The work you have begun needs a strong communicator. I believe that to be Sperry.
As ever, such a great speech Sperry. It just confirms the opinion I have of you.
You deserve to have your time in the president's chair, at least for a month. After that, you just have to continue like you do to keep it.
^ I totally read 'Adam Sutler' at first and let out the biggest yelp ever 😛
Muglack has rebuilt a bridge to congress and sold the country, good move.